Global Category Manager Indirect Sourcing
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Job Location:
Houston, MS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Description
About Us:
By combining a rich legacy in the power and gas compression space with pioneering technology INNIO brings our customers affordable reliable and sustainable energy solutions for todayand tomorrow. We are helping to meet todays energy needs with 64 GW of installed capacity and 48000 of our powerful Jenbacher and Waukesha engines which can be found in more than 100 countries. And by harnessing our history of energy industry firsts along with the power of digital innovation we will continue to deliver for the future.
Our fuel-flexible Waukesha gas engines are designed for reliable performance in isolated mission-critical and demanding applications delivering dependable energy even under high-stress conditions. Its time to take engines to a place no one else can. Welcome to a World of Innovation and Inspiration! Welcome to INNIO!
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Global Category Manager Logistics to join our Indirect Procurement this key role you will be an integral part of INNIOs global procurement network responsible for all indirect procurement activities that ensure efficient cost-effective and high-quality operations. Logistics Procurement is essential to aligning transportation warehousing and supply chain services with INNIOs requirements ensuring our products and projects continue to exceed customer and market expectations.
This strategic individual contributor position reports directly to the Team Lead Procurement Services US Regions. The role offers a hybrid work structure combining onsite presence at our Houston TX location with remote work flexibility.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies for logistics services in the Americas including transportation freight forwarding warehousing and supply chain services
- Identify select and further develop strategic logistics partners in close collaboration with internal stakeholders
- Build and execute structured supplier relationship management plans
- Lead contract negotiations and manage existing framework agreements within the logistics category
- Collaborate closely with business leaders to define and align logistics strategies
- Support the optimization of supply chain processes with a focus on cost quality service and sustainability
Minimum Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in indirect procurement ideally with a focus on logistics or supply chain management
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration Supply Chain Logistics or a related field; Masters degree preferred
- Experience in international procurement projects with strong negotiation and contracting skills
- Fluency in English; additional languages such as German or Spanish are an advantage
- Excellent communication presentation and stakeholder management skills
- High level of self-motivation results orientation and entrepreneurial mindset
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Oracle ERP is preferred
- Willingness to travel at least 20% to support and develop our global supplier base
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INNIO offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. INNIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin gender (including pregnancy) sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Category Management
- Sourcing
- Procurement
- HR Sourcing
- Supply Chain Experience
- Analysis Skills
- Contract Management
- Supplier Management
- Contract Negotiation
- ERP Systems
- negotiation
- Contracts
About Company
INNIO is empowering the transition to net zero – with energy solutions and services that are flexible, scalable, and resilient.
