Regional Category Manager

6 days ago

Farmington Hills, MI, United States Astemo Ltd Full time
Company Name:

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC.

Job Family:

Supply Chain

Job Description:

Position Summary:

This position will lead the CAPEX category for the AM region and will assist in managing capital expenses, support sourcing activities, coordinate with key stakeholders and ensure supplier deliverables align with project timelines and budgets. They will understand cost drivers and work to reduce expenses. This individual will collaborate closely with engineering and is responsible to drive understanding of cost reduction opportunities, prioritize and remove roadblocks for implementation.

Job Responsibilities:

Responsible for all aspects of the Supplier relationship with Astemo including:
  • Support the sourcing and purchasing of capital equipment, construction services, and infrastructure upgrades across multiple locations.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to gather requirements and assist in preparing RFQ's
  • Develop CAPEX synergy strategies including a supplier panel across AM region
  • Create CAPEX spend analysis and lead negotiations for CAPEX suppliers
  • Managing cost reduction projects
  • Negotiating contractual agreements
  • Cost analysis, cost reduction strategies, market analysis, quoting activities
  • Ensure documentation and procurement activity is compliant with internal controls (GToA)
  • Collaborate with finance and operations to ensure spending is aligned with the approved CAPEX budget.
  • Provide timely follow-ups with suppliers and internal teams to support project timelines and delivery
  • Long -term planning and development of strategic suppliers including monitoring and evaluating their performance
  • Support / update monthly category reports and AM region activities to GCM (Global Category Manager)
Qualifications:
  • Ability to analyze/interpret large amounts of data (costs/supplier proposals)
  • Demonstrated strong/effective negotiation & decision-making skills
  • Strong contract analysis and negotiation skills
  • Advanced Excel / PowerPoint knowledge / skill set
  • Ability to seek on-going cost reduction activities to establish, meet and exceed goals
  • Ability to lead groups and designate responsibilities as needed
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with various levels of management within the organization
  • Ability to handle multiple projects to satisfactorily achieve dept./co. objectives
  • Possess high ethical standards of professional conduct and a basic understanding of contract law
  • Travel required to domestic and foreign suppliers


Education: Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.

Experience: 5-10 years industry experience in a Procurement related field, ideally involving capital projects.

Job level is determined by various factors such as organization size, responsibility, career stage, and capabilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Working conditions:

Physical Demands: Required to sit or stand for long periods of time. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Have ability to work 40 - 60 hours per week.

Travel: Domestic and some international travel may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) - Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, disability, protected veteran status and national origin.

At Astemo, we're challenging the status quo with the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Our goal is to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates the differences of our employees. We want to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected and empowered. We don't just accept difference-we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Astemo, please send the nature of the request and contact information to am-jobs@hitachiastemo.com when applying for the position.

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