Strategic Category Manager – Corporate Services

Andritz; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Andritz is seeking a Category Manager for Corporate Services in Alpharetta, GA, to lead end-to-end sourcing across Travel, Marketing, Uniforms, Office Supplies, IT, and Fleet vehicles. You will work with North America leaders and global teams to deliver year-over-year cost savings and robust supplier partnerships.

The role requires deep experience in procurement processes, category playbooks, and strong stakeholder collaboration. Travel up to 30% domestically and internationally is expected.

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience leading strategic sourcing with year-over-year TCO reductions.
• 7–10+ years total in supply chain management or operations.
• Strong knowledge of eRFP tools and contracting tools.
• Proven ability to develop and implement category playbooks and sourcing strategies.
• Proficient with 7-step strategic sourcing process.
• MS Office, especially Excel; familiarity with ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver savings.
• Willingness to travel 25–30% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing from strategy to contract execution and supplier management.
• Forecast and source requirements to reduce total cost of ownership year over year.
• Research global marketplace for responsible sourcing and partnerships.
• Develop, negotiate and manage supply contracts to meet company objectives.
• Maintain oversight of global categories and refresh strategies for savings.
• Collaborate with senior management and suppliers to resolve issues promptly.
• Own budgeting and forecasting for assigned categories, tracking cost drivers and trends.
• Drive improvements through proactive problem solving and cross-functional teamwork.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Cost reduction

Vendor management

Contract negotiations

eRFP tools

MS Office & Excel

ERP systems

Cross-functional leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

Category management

Education

BS in Supply Chain Management

Industrial Engineering

Business

Masters preferred

Tools

eRFP tools

Contracting tools

Job description

Andritz is seeking a Category Manager for Corporate Services in Alpharetta, GA, to lead end-to-end sourcing across Travel, Marketing, Uniforms, Office Supplies, IT, and Fleet vehicles. You will work with North America leaders and global teams to deliver year-over-year cost savings and robust supplier partnerships.

The role requires deep experience in procurement processes, category playbooks, and strong stakeholder collaboration. Travel up to 30% domestically and internationally is expected.