DSJ Global
Overview
A leading global machinery manufacturer is seeking a strategic and results-oriented Category Manager to oversee procurement activities for mechanical/metal fab commodities across North America. This role is responsible for developing and executing category strategies for components such as stampings, forgings, and castings, with a focus on cost optimization, supplier performance management, and category strategy development. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in mechanical supply chains, strong analytical capabilities, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives in a high-volume environment. This is a high-impact role that interfaces with engineering, operations, and quality teams to ensure seamless integration of sourced components into production.
Compensation Base pay range: $120,000.00/yr - $145,000.00/yr
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:
Define and implement long-term commodity strategies across the electronics and electromechanical category that supports innovation, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity.
Global Supplier Management:
Build and manage relationships with international suppliers, ensuring alignment with quality, delivery, and cost expectations.
Cost Driver Analysis:
Conduct detailed process cost breakdowns and design-to-cost activities, leveraging deep technical knowledge of mechanical processes to challenge suppliers and identify the most efficient manufacturing methods for each part.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Partner with engineering, operations, and quality teams to support new product development, cost reduction initiatives, and operational excellence.
Risk Mitigation:
Proactively identify and manage supply chain risks, including geopolitical, logistical, and market-based disruptions.
Performance Optimization:
Continuously evaluate supplier performance and implement improvement plans to drive value and resilience.
Market Intelligence:
Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and cost drivers to inform sourcing decisions and maintain competitive advantage.
Global Engagement:
Support international operations with up to 15% travel and flexible working hours to engage with teams and suppliers across EMEA and Asia-Pacific.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in global sourcing or commodity management, with a focus on electronics or electromechanical components.
Proven success in developing and executing commodity strategies in a complex, global environment.
Strong negotiation skills and experience managing international supplier relationships.
Analytical mindset with the ability to assess commercial risk and drive data-informed decisions.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Self-starter with the ability to lead initiatives independently and collaboratively.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Engineering, Purchasing, and Supply Chain
Industries: Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing, Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing, and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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Compensation Base pay range: $120,000.00/yr - $145,000.00/yr
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:
Define and implement long-term commodity strategies across the electronics and electromechanical category that supports innovation, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity.
Global Supplier Management:
Build and manage relationships with international suppliers, ensuring alignment with quality, delivery, and cost expectations.
Cost Driver Analysis:
Conduct detailed process cost breakdowns and design-to-cost activities, leveraging deep technical knowledge of mechanical processes to challenge suppliers and identify the most efficient manufacturing methods for each part.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Partner with engineering, operations, and quality teams to support new product development, cost reduction initiatives, and operational excellence.
Risk Mitigation:
Proactively identify and manage supply chain risks, including geopolitical, logistical, and market-based disruptions.
Performance Optimization:
Continuously evaluate supplier performance and implement improvement plans to drive value and resilience.
Market Intelligence:
Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and cost drivers to inform sourcing decisions and maintain competitive advantage.
Global Engagement:
Support international operations with up to 15% travel and flexible working hours to engage with teams and suppliers across EMEA and Asia-Pacific.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in global sourcing or commodity management, with a focus on electronics or electromechanical components.
Proven success in developing and executing commodity strategies in a complex, global environment.
Strong negotiation skills and experience managing international supplier relationships.
Analytical mindset with the ability to assess commercial risk and drive data-informed decisions.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Self-starter with the ability to lead initiatives independently and collaboratively.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Engineering, Purchasing, and Supply Chain
Industries: Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing, Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing, and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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