Category Manager

Job Description:

Join our Team: Category Manager, Global Parts & Services
Location: Moses Lake, Bothell, or Redmond, WA

Schedule: Hybrid

Travel: Must be willing and able to travel (approximately 25%)

This position plays a key role in executing our strategies with responsibility for sourcing parts and services in assigned categories, utilizing the global leverage of Terex ensuring that Terex globally and regionally achieves best value in cost, quality, reliability, service, and support.  This role will also coordinate cross functional relationships, including product management, engineering, materials management, local purchasing, operations, and finance.

What you’ll do

• Develop and execute category strategies resulting in improved supply chain performance and cost optimization
• Conduct RFIs, RFPs and RFQs. Analyze supplier responses and select suppliers that meets or exceeds Terex requirements   
• Negotiate preferred supplier agreement, and manage all aspects of the commercial relationship with suppliers in assigned categories, from total cost of ownership to delivery, quality, technology and operations excellence
• Collaborate with cross functional teams in manufacturing, engineering, product management, materials, operations, and customer service worldwide to develop and execute global supply and sourcing strategies
• Drive continuous improvement in the parts and service business in the area of responsibility
• Travel to supplier sites as needed to evaluate supplier capabilities and investigate new opportunities.
• Other responsibilities as assigned

What you’ll bring

Required Qualifications

• University degree or combination of education, training and work experience, with focus on procurement, supply chain management and material cost excellence,
• Min. 5+ years’ work experience in manufacturing industry dealing with global supply base
• Experience in aftermarket parts sourcing a plus

Preferred Skills

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Ideal candidate is entrepreneurial and able to work with little guidance
• Excellent project management skills and used to work in global, cross-functional teams
• Proven supplier management and negotiation skills; able to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all involved parties
• Technical savvy and able to read technical drawings, specifications and applications
• Strong problem solving aptitude and excellent analytical skills plus high proficiency in MS Office products
• Strong communication and listening skills

Language

• Fluency in English (written and spoken). Italian, Spanish, German, French, Dutch a plus.

Salary: The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $125,000 USD annual. The salary range may be higher or lower depending on the applicant’s location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a performance bonus. All eligible Team Members will be offered health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx), life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), short-term and long-term disability, extended leave options, paid time off, company holidays, 401k matching, employee stock purchase plan, legal assistance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement and discount programs.

Why Join Us

• We are a global company, and our culture is defined by our Values — Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Check out this video! The Terex purpose
• Safety is an absolute way of life. We expect all team members to prioritize safety and commit to Zero Harm.
• Our top priority is creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels safe, supported, and valued.
• We make a positive impact by providing innovative solutions, engaging our people, and operating in a sustainable way.
• We are committed to helping team members reach their full potential.
• Through innovation and collaboration, our vision remains forward-looking, and we aim to be a catalyst for change, inspiring others to build a better world for generations.

This above description is non-exhaustive and there may be additional duties in accordance with the role.

If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

About Terex:

Terex Corporation is a global industrial equipment manufacturer of materials processing machinery, waste and recycling solutions, mobile elevating