Lead Category Manager

Sourcing Waukesha, Wisconsin

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About INNIO Group: 

INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high‑performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression. INNIO employs over 5,000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward. 

Role Summary: We are looking for a Lead Category Manager to join our Procurement Team at INNIO. The successful candidate will have a key role within the INNIO Direct Material Procurement Team. The Direct Materials Procurement team at INNIO is responsible for all procurement activities which are required to ensure on-time delivery of cost-effective materials which meet the highest standards in quality. The INNIO Procurement team is an essential part of INNIO’s operation as well as pivotal in ensuring that INNIO’s future products continue to exceed market and customer expectations.   

The work structure is hybrid to include a combination of working days onsite at our Waukesha, WI facility & from home. 

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Leading the development of procurement strategy for new innovative products at INNIO (focus on parts which are linked to power plant installations).
  • Development and description of a viable procurement strategy for power plant components.
  • Cross functional coordination for identification, selection, and development of critical suppliers to execute our customer demands.
  • Implementation & execution of structured supplier relationship management plans.
  • Management of supplier contracts and negotiations.
  • Interface with Business Leaders to lay out strategies and ensure business buy-in.

Minimum Requirements:

  • 5 years’ experience in direct material or related procurement ideally within the machinery sector.
  • Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in an Engineering or a Business-Related discipline; Master’s degree desired.
  • Basic technical knowledge of mechanical and electronic systems is also required.
  • Established network with manufacturers in relevant categories in the energy generation sector is strongly preferred.
  • Fluency in other languages including German & Spanish a plus. 
  • Outstanding influencing & negotiation and facilitation skills.
  • Highly motivated with an outstanding track record concerning ability to deliver.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Team player mentality with a continuous improvement mindset.
  • Strong knowledge/skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; Oracle ERP experience is preferred.
  • Strong customer service mindset with ability to improve internal customer relationships.
  • Entrepreneurial, intrinsically motivated mindset with demonstrated ownership of responsibilities.
  • Willingness to travel at least 20% of the time to our global supply base.

    Compensation Range: $86800 to $150720 (Varies depending on relevancy of experience, technical certifications and other job-related criteria).  

    Additional Information:

    • Location: Waukesha, WI
    • Work Structure: Hybrid, 3 days onsite per week, 2 offsite
    • Travel: Up to 20% travel; domestic and international
    • Visa Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.

    What We Offer:

    • Medical, dental, and vision benefits 
    • Life insurance and long-term disability coverage 
    • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts 
    • Paid time off and 14 paid holidays 
    • 401(k) retirement savings program 

    INNIO uses artificial intelligence to help assess applications for this position. This includes an AI-supported tool that compares résumé information against the job description, and, to the extent applicable for this role, AI-scored skills assessments provided by a third-party assessment vendor. The outputs of these tools inform the review of applications by our recruiters, but hiring decisions are made by INNIO’s recruiters and hiring managers.  For more information, please see our Job Applicant Privacy Notice and Pre-Use Notice. 
     
    INNIO offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. INNIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law. 

    INNIO offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. INNIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.

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    Betrugshinweis: Uns ist bekannt geworden, dass Personen, die fälschlicherweise vorgeben, INNIO zu vertreten, Arbeitssuchende im Zusammenhang mit angeblichen Stellenangeboten kontaktieren. Bitte beachte, dass Recruiter von INNIO dich ausschließlich über E-Mail-Adressen mit den Domains „@innio.com“, „@ig-ps.com“, „powerup.at“ oder „@jobvite.com“ kontaktieren. Die Verwendung des Namens INNIO, des INNIO-Logos oder ähnlicher E-Mail-Adressen bedeutet nicht automatisch, dass eine Nachricht tatsächlich von INNIO stammt. INNIO wird dich im Rahmen des Bewerbungsprozesses niemals auffordern, Zahlungen zu leisten, Finanzkontodaten, Passwörter oder Verifizierungscodes mitzuteilen oder Zugriff auf persönliche Konten zu gewähren. Wenn du verdächtige Nachrichten erhältst, die angeblich von INNIO stammen, beende die Kommunikation bitte sofort und melde den Vorfall an [email protected].

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