Global Indirect Procurement Category Leader

Lubrizol IMEA; Wickliffe (OH); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus plans

401(k) match

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Health Savings Account

Paid holidays & vacation

Flexible work environment

Learning & development

Career growth

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Lubrizol Corporation is seeking a Global Category Manager – Indirect Procurement to lead our worldwide sourcing strategy and drive value across a diverse supplier base. You will partner with cross‑functional teams to achieve cost savings, quality, and innovation, while navigating regulatory and safety standards.

The role requires 8+ years in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and a track record in global category management within chemical or manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain.
• Experience developing and implementing global sourcing or category management strategies.
• Strong negotiation, contracting, and supplier relationship management skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across global, cross‑functional teams.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational capabilities.
• Knowledge of global regulatory, legal, tax, and import/export requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and digital business systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage a global portfolio of indirect procurement categories within a complex, matrixed organization.
• Develop and execute multi‑year category strategies focused on total cost of ownership, quality, service, and innovation.
• Source, evaluate, and onboard global suppliers while leading contract negotiations and establishing master service agreements.
• Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders to align procurement strategies with broader business objectives.
• Drive supplier performance management, continuous improvement, and supplier‑enabled innovation initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for supplier consolidation, diversification, and risk mitigation across global markets.
• Lead pricing strategies and negotiations to achieve cost savings and productivity targets.
• Leverage market intelligence and industry best practices to strengthen competitive positioning.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, regulatory requirements, and health, safety, environment, and security standards.
• Monitor and report category performance, including cost trends, risks, and value delivery.

Skills

Negotiation

Contracting

Supplier relationships

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

English communication

MS Office

Influence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Supply Chain, Business, or related field

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Lubrizol Corporation is seeking a Global Category Manager – Indirect Procurement to lead our worldwide sourcing strategy and drive value across a diverse supplier base. You will partner with cross‑functional teams to achieve cost savings, quality, and innovation, while navigating regulatory and safety standards.

The role requires 8+ years in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and a track record in global category management within chemical or manufacturing environments.