Strategic Indirect Procurement & MRO Category Manager

ADP, Inc.

Dunnville (KY)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

ADP, Inc. in Dunnville, KY is seeking a Category Manager – Indirect Procurement & MRO to lead strategic sourcing across indirect spends, including MRO, with a focus on cost savings, supplier consolidation, and inventory optimization.

The role requires 5+ years in procurement in manufacturing, strong negotiation and analytics, and experience with VMI, ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/JD Edwards). Reports to the VP of Procurement; hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong experience managing indirect procurement and MRO categories.
Proven track record of delivering measurable cost savings and supplier performance improvements.
Experience implementing and managing Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs.
Strong contract negotiation and supplier relationship management experience.
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics, or equivalent.
Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and spend analysis tools.
Experience with contract management.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives for indirect and MRO categories.
Establish category strategies aligned with cost, quality, service and operations.
Lead RFQ, RFP, and RFI processes and negotiate pricing with suppliers.
Monitor supplier performance and drive supplier consolidation and inventory optimization.
Partner with Operations, Maintenance, and Finance to implement VMI programs.