Description :Position Title: Category Manager, Indirect & DistributionLocation: Bothell, WAReporting to: Sr. Category Manager, Electrical, Electronics and IndirectOn-Site/Hybrid/Remote: Hybrid/RemoteTravel Required: Up to 40%Reporting to the Sr. Category Manager, this position plays a key role in executing our strategies with responsibility for sourcing direct parts in assigned categories, utilizing the global leverage of Terex ensuring that Terex globally and regionally achieves best value in cost, quality, delivery, reliability, service, and support.
This role will also co-ordinate cross functional relationships, including engineering, materials management, local purchasing, operations, finance, and aftermarket.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesResponsibility?for the development and implementation of category strategies for Indirect, Consumables, and Electrical componentsDevelopment of?policies to increase efficiency throughout the supply chain while ensuring safety, quality, and delivery continuityCollaboration with other departments and stakeholders to identify and maintain resources needed to establish and provide a resilient and cost-effective supply chainInterpret engineering drawings and specifications to identify best fit suppliers for Electrical components and systemsDevelop and implement a sourcing strategyfor Electrical components purchasedthrough Distributionto meet business needs and to optimize costsDevelopment and management of relationships with key suppliers, interface as the global relationship owner between Terex and global suppliersNegotiate and manage company-wide contracts for Indirect, Consumables, Electrical components, and Capital investmentsDevelopment and implementation of?global pricing structures, including material indexing mechanisms where necessary to maintain cost controlDevelop sourcing plans for footprintmoves,new product launches, and engineering changes to ensure timely and orderly material and production flow transitionsEvaluation of risks within the category, develop and execute risk mitigation strategies and contingency plansIdentification?and leverage global supply base potential including R&D and test capabilities to improve Terex competitiveness in the marketDriver of?continuous improvement and business simplification efforts - effectively building Terex for long term successMaintenance of conduct consistent with company policy, operating procedures, accepted practices and applicable lawsRequired QualificationsMinimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management or manufacturing Bachelor's degree with focus on procurement, supply chain, engineering or equivalent combination of education and experienceProven record of strong negotiation skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsMust be will and able to travel (travel is estimated at 25% rising to 40% during periods of supplier assessment and selection)Preferred Qualifications Experience working with global supply base in manufacturing industryStrong procurement and strategic sourcing backgroundExperience in contracts for Indirect and Capital investmentsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environmentIdeal candidate is entrepreneurial and able to work with little guidanceExcellent project management skills and used to work in global, cross-functional teamsProven supplier management and negotiation skills; able to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all involved partiesTechnical savvy and able to read technical drawings, specifications, and applicationsStrong problem-solving aptitude and excellent analytical skills plus high proficiency in MS Office productsFluent in English (written and spoken)? The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $125,000 USDannual.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.
