Sr. Category Manager - Field Services Procurement

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• This position is required to work on site at our Frisco, TX, Overland Park, KS or Downers Grove, OL office at least 3 days a week. It is not available for remote opportunity.

Job Overview

The Sr Category Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies to achieve significant initial cost reductions while maintaining / improving product quality and supplier service levels. Responsible for strategic category management, supplier negotiations, contracts, and ongoing supplier management in designated areas. Coordinates with IT, Accounting / Finance, Engineering and Operations, Insurance Risk Management, Third Party Risk Management, and Legal organizations to execute on business initiatives. This role works closely with key stakeholders, primarily in the Field Services organization, to develop effective cost reduction strategies and implementation plans. Primary responsibility is to utilize industry best practices to generate real savings while making effective supply base decisions with key stakeholders. This includes direct savings captured through consolidating company-wide purchasing volume and applying operational and commercial TCO levers to reduce cost and manage contracts with suppliers. This position will be responsible for a significant amount in annual spend, and will manage and execute complex contracts with OEMs and large strategic partners.

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Travel Required (Yes / No) : No

DOT Regulated :

DOT Regulated Position (Yes / No) : No

Safety Sensitive Position (Yes / No) : No

Overland Park, KS Compensation Range : $121,600 - $164,600

Frisco, TX Compensation Range : $129,100 - $174,700

Downers Grove, IL Compensation Range : $134,000 - $181,400

Base Pay Range : $111,700 - $201,600

Corporate Bonus Target : 20%

The pay range above is the general base pay range for a successful candidate in the role. The successful candidate’s actual pay will be based on various factors, such as work location, qualifications, and experience, so the actual starting pay will vary within this range.

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