Position Overview:

The Category Manager is an integral part of the procurement team.  The initial goal will be to gain a solid knowledge of the team’s supply base, company, and procurement processes, and understanding of the roles and personnel of associated work groups inside International. 

As Procurement Consultant you will be a member of a Category Management Team (CMT), which provides the opportunity to work cross functionally within International interfacing with the product development, program management, quality, manufacturing, risk management, finance, logistics, aftermarket parts, product pricing, supply chain and more.  

As Procurement Consultant for Aftermarket (Transmission, Steering, Suspension and Exhaust), you will be responsible for managing an estimated spend of ~$200M. 

Demonstrating solid performance in this role will position you well for advancement into jobs of higher responsibility within International Procurement.

Responsibilities:

Influencing internal and external stakeholders in the development and execution of strategy

Cross functional collaboration

Management of Cost Reduction projects

Leading strategic sourcing activities for new programs and transfer business

Supplier contract negotiations and administration

Supplier performance management

Working closely with the Best Cost Country Sourcing Team on projects and developing strategies for tail spend suppliers to effectively consolidate the supply base.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree

At least 5 years of purchasing/procurement experience

ORMaster’s degree

At least 3 years of purchasing/procurement experience

OR

At least 7 years of purchasing/procurement experience

Additional Requirements:

Qualified candidates, excluding current International Motors employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. International Motors does not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Desired Skills:

Analytical mindset and skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Strong communication skills, written, verbal and presentation.

Strong interpersonal skills, ability to relate and work well with others.

Attention to detail with ability to manage many items at one time effectively.

Experience in a large, multi-functional company

Purchasing, engineering, manufacturing, or quality experience

Familiarity with manufacturing processes and key cost drivers

Ability to read & understand prints and technical specifications is a plus.

Company Overview:

At International Motors, LLC* (“International”), we’ve never backed away from forging our own path. Our openness and ability to meet customers where they are, combined with our curious mindset is what defines us as a company. And as individuals. With big changes ahead for the commercial vehicle industry, and people counting on us to keep things moving, we say: bring on the journey.

ABOUT INTERNATIONAL

From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit .

*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.

EEO Statement:

International 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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