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Category Manager

3 months ago


Madison, Wisconsin, United States Aston Carter Full time

Hybrid Role - Category Manager

Performs/participates in on-site supplier audits to qualify or verify supplier capabilities, processes and quality systems.

Works closely with manufacturing, engineering, and quality to improve supplied parts, components, and subsystems.

Supports new product development and identifies supply base for evaluation.

Manages RFQs, competitive bids, and benchmarking to ensure competitive material cost.

Evaluate proposals through total cost of ownership to identify best value.

Negotiates formal supplier agreements with focus on value and risk mitigation.

Documents formal category strategy and drives actions to deliver value for the company Industries.

Continuously assessing supplier-based risk and developing action plans to mitigate those risks.

Facilitates supplier business reviews and supplier evaluations.

Manage the supplier information regarding certification information

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

MUST HAVES:

3-5 years of commodity experience

Experience working w/ Terms and Conditions (T&C)

Prior experience buying for Direct Materials

3-5 years of Negotiation experience (preferably RFQ's)

Systems: Excel, JDE, Analytical Skills

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

+ Hiring diverse talent

+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email ) for other accommodation options.