Strategic Category Manager — Global Sourcing (ESOP)

hypertherm; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 94,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

ESOP and profit-sharing

Community service time

Job summary

Hypertherm Associates is seeking a Category Manager within Global Sourcing to oversee fabricated and machined metal categories. You will assess supplier risk, qualify new suppliers, and collaborate with BTs to shape category strategies while leading contract negotiations.

The role focuses on supplier performance, risk management, and driving cost savings through cross-functional collaboration and process improvements. Hanover, NH relocation support is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management or Engineering with 7+ years of supply chain experience.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills for contracts.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and project management.

Responsibilities

• Define, document and drive category strategies with BT Category Specialists.
• Lead supplier performance reviews and qualification processes.
• Coordinate supplier reductions/terminations across BTs and manage contract negotiations.
• Identify and drive cost savings opportunities and support procurement projects.

Skills

Project management

Negotiation

Risk assessment

Analytical skills

Cost modeling

Lean principles

SQL / data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/SCM/Engineering

Tools

Oracle

Insight

Job description

Hypertherm Associates is seeking a Category Manager within Global Sourcing to oversee fabricated and machined metal categories. You will assess supplier risk, qualify new suppliers, and collaborate with BTs to shape category strategies while leading contract negotiations.

The role focuses on supplier performance, risk management, and driving cost savings through cross-functional collaboration and process improvements. Hanover, NH relocation support is available.