Strategic Category Manager, Direct Materials

Austin Powder Company, US & Canada; Beachwood (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Powder Company, US & Canada, is seeking a Category Manager-Direct Materials to lead category strategies and supplier relationships within the Procurement Department. The role focuses on strategic sourcing events, contract negotiations, and spend analysis across indirect spend categories.

The successful candidate will develop sourcing strategies that improve bottom-line results, manage teams, and work with internal stakeholders to promote procurement policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required; MBA is desired.
• 7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead strategic sourcing events and category strategies.
• Negotiate contract terms and documents; drive cost savings and value.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance to meet organizational expectations.
• Lead or supervise a team of site buyers/procurement specialists.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and other functions to promote procurement policies.

Skills

Relationship-building

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA (preferred)

Job description

Austin Powder Company, US & Canada, is seeking a Category Manager-Direct Materials to lead category strategies and supplier relationships within the Procurement Department. The role focuses on strategic sourcing events, contract negotiations, and spend analysis across indirect spend categories.

The successful candidate will develop sourcing strategies that improve bottom-line results, manage teams, and work with internal stakeholders to promote procurement policies.