.job description:category manager - hydraulicsposition overview:reporting to the sourcing manager, this position plays a key role in executing our strategies with responsibility for sourcing direct parts in assigned categories, utilizing the global leverage of terex ensuring that terex globally and regionally achieves best value in cost, quality, delivery, reliability, service, and support.
this role will also co-ordinate cross functional relationships, including product development/ engineering, materials management, local purchasing, operations, finance and aftermarket.
*responsibilities*:- responsibility for the development and implementation of category strategies for hydraulics components.- development of policies to increase efficiency throughout the supply chain while ensuring safety, quality, and delivery continuity.- responsible for identifying, evaluating, on-boarding and managing relationships with global and mexican-based hydraulics suppliers and negotiates company-wide contracts.- collaboration with other departments and stakeholders to identify and maintain resources needed to establish and provide a resilient and cost effective supply chain.- development and implementation of material indexing mechanisms where necessary to maintain cost control.- interface as the liaison between terex and the suppliers.- coordination of engineering changes, new product launches to ensure timely and orderly material and production flow transitions.- identification and leverage global supply base potential including r&d and test capabilities to improve terex competitiveness in the market.- driver of continuous improvement and business simplification efforts., effectively building terex for long term success.- maintenance of conduct consistent with company policy, operating procedures, accepted practices and applicable laws.qualifications:- university degree with focus on procurement, supply chain, engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.- 5+ year's work experience in the manufacturing industry dealing with suppliers, ideally in the area of hydraulics components.- strong procurement and strategic sourcing background with focus on direct materials.- understanding of make or buy.- ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.- 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 background in hydraulic/electrical industry a plus.- strong problem solving aptitude and excellent analytical skills plus high proficiency in ms office products- strong communication and listening skills.- fluent in english (written and spoken); in addition, spanish oritalian would be ideal.- must be willing and able to travel (travel is estimated at 25% rising to 75% during periods of supplier assessment and selection)