Senior Category Manager, Global Sourcing (Hybrid)

Donaldson Company; BLOOMINGTON, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson Company in Bloomington, MN is seeking a high-energy Senior Category Manager to lead procurement for The Americas. You will define and execute category strategies, negotiate for best total cost, and partner with suppliers to ensure continuous supply and value for customers.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of sourcing experience, plus 2+ years direct sourcing. Travel up to 10% and a hybrid work schedule are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required plus 7+ years professional sourcing experience.
• 2+ years experience in direct sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Defines procurement strategies for assigned categories to meet supply and financial objectives.
• Negotiates to drive best total cost and maintains continuous supply.
• Communicates category strategies to leadership and stakeholders.
• Manages supplier performance and conducts regular reviews with suppliers.

Skills

Data analytics

Negotiation

Communication

Supplier relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPSM Certification

CPIM/SCOR-P Certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Donaldson Company in Bloomington, MN is seeking a high-energy Senior Category Manager to lead procurement for The Americas. You will define and execute category strategies, negotiate for best total cost, and partner with suppliers to ensure continuous supply and value for customers.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of sourcing experience, plus 2+ years direct sourcing. Travel up to 10% and a hybrid work schedule are available.