Strategic Category Lead - Sourcing & Supplier Innovation

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company; Akron (OH); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company in Akron, OH, is seeking a Category Lead to develop and execute strategic sourcing across multiple commodities, acting as the procurement operational lead for the region. This role uses market intelligence, cost modeling, and financial analysis to develop negotiation strategies and lead or support supplier contract negotiations.

You will leverage market intelligence, cost modeling, and financial analysis to shape negotiations, build strategic supplier

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, or a related operational function.
• Strategic sourcing experience and experience within a related industry are preferred.
• International experience is also preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies across assigned commodities in alignment with the overall category strategy.
• Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships focused on total cost of ownership, supply chain advantages, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Strengthen organizational and operational excellence by building cross-functional relationships and developing effective channels for market intelligence.
• Partner with key stakeholders and actively contribute to Commercial Council priorities and goals.
• Apply the 7-Step Strategic Sourcing Process and enhanced sourcing tools to support effective procurement decisions and execution.
• Collaborate with Category team peers and leaders while providing informal leadership and guidance to Procurement Specialists.

Education

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

Job description

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company in Akron, OH, is seeking a Category Lead to develop and execute strategic sourcing across multiple commodities, acting as the procurement operational lead for the region. This role uses market intelligence, cost modeling, and financial analysis to develop negotiation strategies and lead or support supplier contract negotiations.

You will leverage market intelligence, cost modeling, and financial analysis to shape negotiations, build strategic supplier