Category Manager

1 week ago

Texas, United States JB Poindexter & Co Full time
Job Title: Category Manager - Truck Upfit

JB Poindexter & Co is a leading diversified manufacturing company with a strong presence in the commercial truck body and equipment industry. We are seeking an experienced Category Manager to join our team and lead our truck upfit category.

Job Summary:

The Category Manager will be responsible for developing and executing global sourcing strategies for direct materials, leveraging synergies across the enterprise and driving a "One Supply Chain" philosophy. This role will involve planning and implementing activities for timely, cost-effective procurement, quality products, and on-time delivery of assigned category products.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for direct materials, leveraging synergies across the enterprise and driving a "One Supply Chain" philosophy.
  • Plan and implement activities for timely, cost-effective procurement, quality products, and on-time delivery of assigned category products.
  • Prioritize and maintain balance between cost of acquisition and cost of possession to maximize return on investment.
  • Lead supplier sourcing, evaluation, and selection, negotiation, performance monitoring, relationship management, and continuous improvement.
  • Work closely with BU Purchasing leads, Finance, Engineering, and Sales & Marketing to develop and maintain technology and/or category strategies.
  • Develop and maintain strong global supplier relationships, including supplier site visits and relationships at all levels of their organization.
  • Track and report on supplier strategies, monitoring spend, business allocation, capability gap analysis, and facilitate cross-functional review and evaluation.
  • Develop strategies for the mitigation of risk in the supply chain, overall and for specific new product programs.
  • Negotiate buys and long-term agreements for components and raw material.
  • Organize and lead regular strategic supplier business reviews.
Requirements:
  • 5-8+ years related experience in a Supply Chain or Procurement role related to Direct Material (Truck Upfit Equipment).
  • Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university.
  • Must be based in Houston, Texas. (Relocation Assistance Provided)
  • Purchasing in a Manufacturing/Engineered Product environment.
  • Interfacing with manufacturing engineering and program management teams.
  • Experience in executing Global Supply Chain initiatives & strategic planning.
  • Experience in global procurement and sourcing.
  • C.P.M., CPSM, or CPIM certification is preferred.
  • Ability to travel domestically 25-50%.
  • Knowledge/working understanding of Hardware & Fasteners products as a category.
  • Ability to travel internationally as required.
  • Strong bias to action with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong foundational knowledge and acumen in procurement and category management.
  • Project management skills including excellent planning, time management, decision making, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage long lead-time product deliveries in support of production.
  • Working knowledge of assembly & manufacturing processes.
  • Thorough knowledge of Purchasing Law and Uniform Commercial Code.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and negotiating skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, written & verbal.
  • Excellent ability to analyze, evaluate, and report procurement information and data to inform management decisions and track outcomes.
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
  • Thorough understanding of financial impact of decisions.
  • Previous ERP/MRP experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity:

J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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