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Navistar, Inc. Category Manager – Electrical Systems in Lisle, Illinois
Position Overview
We are currently seeking a Category Manager – Electrical Systems to join our Procurement Organization. The Procurement Category Manager will work cross functionally within Navistar interfacing with engineering, program management, quality, manufacturing, risk management, finance, aftersales, and supply chain. As Category Manager you will be responsible for developing and implementing the category sourcing strategy, driving cost reductions, supply base management and negotiating agreements.The Category Manager’s key activities include leading strategic sourcing activities, supplier contract negotiations, executing commercial agreements, identifying cost reduction opportunities, and overall supplier performance management.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute category strategies to align with Navistar’s business objectives
Lead strategic sourcing decisions and supplier selection for new product launches as well as current business for improved cost, quality, or delivery opportunities
Analyze category spend to identify and develop savings opportunities using a variety of procurement levers including competitive bidding, global sourcing, negotiation, technology, supply chain/footprint optimization, target costing, etc.
Research industry trends, global markets, benchmark data, and understand underlying cost drivers
Negotiate with suppliers to achieve best overall total cost of ownership
Execute legal agreements such as Comprehensive Supply Agreements and Development Agreements
Build strong strategic partnerships with suppliers to ensure product quality, on time delivery, and service meet or exceed expectations
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree
At least 8 years of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience
1 year lead experience
OR
Master's degree
At least 6 years of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience
1 year lead experience
OR
At least 10 years of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience
1 year lead experience
Additional Requirements
- Qualified candidates, excluding current Navistar employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. Navistar does not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)
Desired Skills
Procurement background with experience in the automotive or commercial vehicle industries or manufacturing preferred
Experience developing category strategies, discovering competitive options and leading negotiations
Excellent time management skills – can organize and prioritize multiple projects and meet specific deadlines
Ability to read, understand, and execute commercial agreements and contracts
Ability to understand technical concepts
Skilled at developing executive level presentations
Strong analytical skills
Results driven
Company Overview
Navistar, Inc. (“Navistar”) is a purpose-driven company, reimagining how to deliver what matters to create more cohesive relationships, build higher-performing teams and find solutions where others don’t.
Based in Lisle, Illinois, Navistar or its subsidiaries and affiliates produce International® brand commercial trucks and engines, IC Bus® brand school and commercial buses, all-makes OnCommand® Connection advanced connectivity services, and Fleetrite®, ReNEWeD® and Diamond Advantage® brand aftermarket parts.
With a history of innovation dating back to 1831, Navistar has more than 14,500 employees worldwide and is part of TRATON SE, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. Additional information is available at www.Navistar.com.
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Navistar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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