Indirect Category Manager - Services

International Motors, LLC; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

International Motors, LLC in Lisle, IL is seeking an Indirect Procurement Category Manager – Services to develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies, drive cost optimization, and lead supplier negotiations across the Traton and Volkswagen brands.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs, ensure procurement policy compliance, and coordinate global initiatives, while focusing on supplier performance and sustainability across services categories.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 2 years of purchasing experience.
• Master's degree and at least 1 year of purchasing experience.
• At least 5 years of purchasing experience.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to meet business needs and organizational goals.
• Cost Reduction: Identify and execute opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Contract Negotiation: Negotiate and maintain supplier agreements, securing favorable terms and conditions.
• Global Coordination: Align procurement strategies across different regions and business units within Traton and Volkswagen.
• Innovation and Sustainability: Drive initiatives that promote innovation and sustainability within the procurement process.
• Market Analysis: Research and benchmark market trends specific to your category to understand and effectively communicate cost drivers.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to drive collaboration and continuous improvement, achieving high performance.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Analytical thinking

Spend analysis

Strategic sourcing

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Position Overview

International is seeking an Indirect Procurement Category Manager.

International is a global supplier of vehicles and services. The Indirect Category Manager – Services will develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies, drive cost optimization, lead supplier negotiations and legal agreements. This role involves developing and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring optimal supplier performance that meet or exceed requirements. The category manager collaborates closely with internal stakeholders to understand business needs, drive early procurement involvement and comply with procurement policies. The role coordinates global procurement strategies across the Traton and Volkswagen group of brands, leveraging global scale and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to meet business needs and organizational goals.
• Cost Reduction: Identify and execute opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Contract Negotiation: Negotiate and maintain supplier agreements, securing favorable terms and conditions.
• Global Coordination: Align procurement strategies across different regions and business units within Traton and Volkswagen.
• Innovation and Sustainability: Drive initiatives that promote innovation and sustainability within the procurement process.
• Market Analysis: Research and benchmark market trends specific to your category to understand and effectively communicate cost drivers.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to drive collaboration and continuous improvement, achieving high performance.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of purchasing/procurement experience.
• Master's degree and at least 1 year of purchasing/procurement experience.
• At least 5 years of purchasing/procurement experience.

Additional Requirements

Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US citizen, legal permanent resident, refugee or asylee) to be employed in the United States. The company does not anticipate providing work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H‑1B status).

Desired Skills

• Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross‑functionally and manage relationships with cross functional team members and management.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage stakeholders and suppliers at all levels.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities, including experience with spend analysis and sourcing strategies.
• High attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy in pricing, contracts, and item data.
• Ability to manage multiple categories and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to present sourcing strategies and recommendations to leadership.

Benefits and Compensation

This position offers competitive market‑based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well‑being. The expected salary will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidate's applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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