Leading supply chain strategy, including suppliers to grow, maintain, develop, and exit
Developing and managing strategic supplier relationships
Informing sourcing activities, including strategic sourcing, alternate / dual sourcing, part qualification, customer qualification / approval, long-term contracting
Negotiating agreements, including letters of intent (LOIs), memorandums of understanding (MOUs), pricing, distribution rights / agreements, capacity agreements, exclusivity rights, most favored nation terms, etc.
Issuing and assessing requests for information (RFI), requests for proposals (RFP), requests for quotes (RFQ), and/or other solicitations
Developing new sources / manufacturers, including conducting capability assessments, capacity assessments, customer and part qualification / approval
Collaborating with BCA and BDS Category Management
Apply best practices and structure to manage and drive projects to fruition; able to prioritize multiple critical projects.
Communication. Communicate effectively up and down the organization and skillfully present to executive leadership.

8+ years of related work experience
6+ years of Supply Chain experience
2+ years of experience with risk identification and mitigation plans
Experience working cross functionally and building positive relationships
Experience in problem solving and strategic decision making
Ability to travel to support business and team requirements (approximately 10-20% of the time)

Category Management Specialist – Experienced

Key skills