Strategic Category Manager - Aerospace Procurement

COMLUX AMERICA; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company annual employer-3%

Company-sponsored HSA

100% company-paid vision premiums

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance and E‑

EAP benefits

Free financial consultations

Job summary

COMLUX AMERICA LLC in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing across multiple procurement categories and manage supplier relationships.

The role collaborates with Program Management, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Contracts to develop sourcing strategies, evaluate make-versus-buy options, negotiate terms, and ensure a reliable, cost-effective supply base.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 7–10 years of category management or strategic sourcing experience.
• Experience negotiating supplier agreements, contracts, pricing, and SLAs.
• Experience with make-versus-buy analysis and supplier development.
• Experience with Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) or similar programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain accountability for assigned procurement categories and supplier base, including supplier evaluations, sourcing activities, strategic planning, and supplier development.
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for assigned categories in alignment with objectives and project needs.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop new suppliers to strengthen the supply base and mitigate risks.
• Lead sourcing processes including supplier identification, bid evaluation, negotiations, selection, and transition to procurement.
• Negotiate Master Terms Agreements, contracts, pricing, performance requirements, and SLAs with suppliers.
• Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships and monitor performance against requirements.
• Develop and monitor supplier KPIs and take corrective action when needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure sourcing strategies meet program and operational needs.
• Lead make-versus-buy analyses and provide recommendations based on cost, capability, and schedule.
• Monitor supplier delivery, receiving, inspection, invoicing, and payment issues; drive timely resolutions.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP software

Procurement software

Job description

COMLUX AMERICA LLC in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing across multiple procurement categories and manage supplier relationships.

The role collaborates with Program Management, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Contracts to develop sourcing strategies, evaluate make-versus-buy options, negotiate terms, and ensure a reliable, cost-effective supply base.