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Sr. Global Category Manager - Electrical and Electronics
Rite-Hite is the global leader in the manufacture and distribution of industrial loading dock and door equipment. Our innovative products and world class sales organization ensure solid, consistent growth, both for our company and our staff. We are always looking ahead to develop innovative new products and services to improve our customers' safety, security, and productivity. Rite-Hite provides competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and paid medical leave. We also provide a retirement savings plan that combines 401(K) with company match and profit sharing. Paid holidays, vacation, and up to five paid personal/sick days per year round out the package. Sr. Global Category Manager - Electrical and Electronics Location: Hybrid - Milwaukee, WI | Travel: Up to 25% Rite-Hite is seeking a Sr. Global Category Manager - Electrical and Electronics to oversee our global category management for electrical and electronics manufacturing. In this role, you will lead sourcing and category strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive performance across a complex, global supply base. This role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to contribute to the success of a global leader in the manufacture, sale, and service of equipment for loading docks, industrial doors, safety barriers, and industrial fans. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Manage a global annual spend of $100M-$200M, with a strategic focus on cost optimization, quality enhancement, and supply chain resilience. Lead end-to-end sourcing activities including RFI, RFQ, and RFP processes for electrical and electronics commodities. Serve as the primary business interface with Contract Manufacturers (CMs), overseeing supplier relationship management, continuity of supply, risk mitigation, commercial negotiations, and seamless execution from New Product Introduction (NPI) through Mass Production (MP). Collaborate effectively with key stakeholders (engineering, operations, quality, etc.) to understand category requirements, ensure supplier qualification, and maintain high quality standards. Partner with business unit Procurement and Engineering teams to facilitate smooth supplier transitions. Support NPI teams by leveraging preferred supplier programs. Develop and execute a comprehensive category strategy aligned with business needs and procurement best practices. Drive cost reductions through price negotiations and continuous improvement initiatives including Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) improvements through VA/VE, should-cost modeling, and design-to-cost initiatives. Optimize Payment...
Rite-Hite is the global leader in the manufacture and distribution of industrial loading dock and door equipment. Our innovative products and world class sales organization ensure solid, consistent growth, both for our company and our staff. We are always looking ahead to develop innovative new products and services to improve our customers' safety, security, and productivity. Rite-Hite provides competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and paid medical leave. We also provide a retirement savings plan that combines 401(K) with company match and profit sharing. Paid holidays, vacation, and up to five paid personal/sick days per year round out the package. Sr. Global Category Manager - Electrical and Electronics Location: Hybrid - Milwaukee, WI | Travel: Up to 25% Rite-Hite is seeking a Sr. Global Category Manager - Electrical and Electronics to oversee our global category management for electrical and electronics manufacturing. In this role, you will lead sourcing and category strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive performance across a complex, global supply base. This role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to contribute to the success of a global leader in the manufacture, sale, and service of equipment for loading docks, industrial doors, safety barriers, and industrial fans. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Manage a global annual spend of $100M-$200M, with a strategic focus on cost optimization, quality enhancement, and supply chain resilience. Lead end-to-end sourcing activities including RFI, RFQ, and RFP processes for electrical and electronics commodities. Serve as the primary business interface with Contract Manufacturers (CMs), overseeing supplier relationship management, continuity of supply, risk mitigation, commercial negotiations, and seamless execution from New Product Introduction (NPI) through Mass Production (MP). Collaborate effectively with key stakeholders (engineering, operations, quality, etc.) to understand category requirements, ensure supplier qualification, and maintain high quality standards. Partner with business unit Procurement and Engineering teams to facilitate smooth supplier transitions. Support NPI teams by leveraging preferred supplier programs. Develop and execute a comprehensive category strategy aligned with business needs and procurement best practices. Drive cost reductions through price negotiations and continuous improvement initiatives including Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) improvements through VA/VE, should-cost modeling, and design-to-cost initiatives. Optimize Payment...