Strategic MRO Sourcing Leader — Onsite AZ

Kohler Co.; Casa Grande (AZ); On-site; USD 107,650 - 166,650; Full time

Job summary

Kohler Co. in Casa Grande, AZ is seeking a Category Leader – MRO to own a portfolio of subcategories within a large MRO structure and drive supplier strategy, sourcing execution, and total cost of ownership improvements.

This onsite role demands strategic sourcing leadership across multiple plants with strong collaboration with operations and finance. You will lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives, negotiate favorable terms, and deliver measurable savings while shaping how MRO sourcing operates

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering, materials management, supply chain, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in business or a technical field preferred.
• 7+ years of professional experience, including at least 2 years in MRO or similar industrial categories.
• Experience leading strategic sourcing initiatives in complex environments with meaningful spend.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and turn data and supplier strategy into measurable business results.
• Regular travel across Kohler sites is expected.

Responsibilities

• Shape and execute category strategies for assigned MRO subcategories, delivering measurable cost savings, improved supplier performance, and stronger operational support across multiple Kohler plants.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing events, from spend analysis and supplier market evaluation through negotiations, supplier selection, and implementation, with clear savings and performance targets.
• Own supplier relationships for key MRO categories, including contract strategy, preferred supplier alignment, commercial negotiations, and performance management.
• Drive transformation in a complex MRO environment by balancing strategic sourcing initiatives with real-time issue resolution that keeps operations running effectively.
• Partner with plant leaders, operations, maintenance, procurement, finance, and executive stakeholders to influence decisions, align on strategy, and accelerate adoption of sourcing improvements.
• Modernize and optimize supplier networks through rationalization, negotiation, and commercial strategy to unlock cost, efficiency, and service improvements at scale.
• Turn complex, imperfect spend data into actionable insights and sourcing strategies that support smart decisions, stronger supplier choices, and sustainable savings.
• Lead multiple initiatives across sites, share best practices, and help shape the future of MRO sourcing within a business that values ownership, results, and continuous improvement.

Job description

Kohler Co. in Casa Grande, AZ is seeking a Category Leader – MRO to own a portfolio of subcategories within a large MRO structure and drive supplier strategy, sourcing execution, and total cost of ownership improvements.

This onsite role demands strategic sourcing leadership across multiple plants with strong collaboration with operations and finance. You will lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives, negotiate favorable terms, and deliver measurable savings while shaping how MRO sourcing operates