Global Category Manager

2 weeks ago

Batavia, OH, United States Zobility Full time
Position Summary:
  • We are seeking a Global Category Manager - Hydraulics and Mechanical Components.
  • This role is responsible for developing and executing global sourcing strategies that optimize cost, quality, delivery, and risk management across assigned commodities.
  • It partners with cross-functional teams and suppliers worldwide to ensure supply continuity, support innovation, and drive operational and financial performance.
  • The Global Category Manager manages supplier selection, negotiations, and performance improvement initiatives while aligning sourcing strategies with enterprise goals.
Essential / Key Functions:
  • Develop and implement global commodity strategies that deliver cost savings, mitigate risks, and support organizational growth.
  • Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and ongoing supplier relationship management for assigned commodities.
  • Monitor global market trends, cost drivers, and supply risks; adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Create and manage supplier performance scorecards, driving accountability and corrective actions.
  • Collaborate with engineering, operations, quality, and finance to align supplier capabilities with business requirements.
  • Support new product development by identifying suppliers that bring innovation, technology, and value.
  • Optimize global supply chain networks to balance cost, quality, and delivery.
  • Calculate Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) including part cost, freight, and duty costs in dynamic tariff environments.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers, including cost reduction, productivity, and lead-time improvements.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate policies, ethical sourcing practices, and sustainability goals.
Competencies:
  • Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
  • Strategic and analytical thinker with global market awareness.
  • Relationship builder with ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
  • Strong financial and business acumen.
  • Problem-solving and decision-making skills in complex, fast-paced environments.
  • Knowledge of lean principles and supplier development practices.
  • Effective communicator, both written and verbal.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • 7+ years of sourcing, procurement, or commodity management experience in a global environment.
  • Proven track record in supplier negotiations, contract development, and cost management.
  • Experience in manufacturing, capital equipment, or heavy materials sourcing preferred.
  • MBA or advanced degree a plus.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Ability to translate business strategy into sourcing strategies and supplier actions.
  • Skilled at analyzing market data, cost structures, and supply risks.
  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems and sourcing analytics tools.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities across global regions.
  • Strong presentation skills and ability to communicate with executive leadership.
  • Willingness to travel internationally up to 25%.
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.

We offer attractive, competitive compensation and benefits including, medical, dental, 401k, short-term disability, AD&D, tuition reimbursement, and more. If you take pride in your work and are committed to personal and professional success, let's talk. Please visit www.zobility.com to learn more.

Zobility is RGBSI's workforce management and staffing division. RGBSI is a multi-national corporation headquartered in Troy, MI with branches throughout the USA, Canada, Germany, and India.

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