Category Manager Job at Navistar, Inc., Lisle, IL

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  • Navistar, Inc.
  • Lisle, IL

Job Description

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 teams supply base, company, and procurement processes, and understanding of the roles and personnel of associated work groups inside Navistar.

As Procurement Consultant you will be a member of a Category Management Team (CMT), which provides the opportunity to work cross functionally within Navistar 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 Navistar 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:
  • Bachelors degree
  • At least 5 years of purchasing/procurement experience

OR

  • Masters degree
  • At least 3 years of purchasing/procurement experience

OR

  • At least 7 years of purchasing/procurement experience

Additional Requirements:
  • Qualified candidates, excluding current Navistar employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. Navistar 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:

Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is a purpose-driven company, reimagining how to deliver what matters to create more cohesive relationships, build higher-performing teams and find solutions where others dont.

Based in Lisle, Illinois, Navistar or its subsidiaries and affiliates produce International brand commercial trucks and engines, IC Bus brand school and commercial buses, all-makes OnCommand Connection advanced connectivity services, and Fleetrite, ReNEWeD and Diamond Advantage brand aftermarket parts.

With a history of innovation dating back to 1831, Navistar has more than 14,500 employees worldwide and is part of TRATON SE, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. Additional information is available at .

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Navistar 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.


If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email HRC@Navistar.com to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.


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