Category Manager – Steering

Position Overview

International is seeking a Category Manager – Steering to join our Procurement team!

The Category Manager will lead a Category Management Team (CMT) in partnership with R&D, working cross-functionally across International with program management, quality, manufacturing, risk management, finance, and supply chain. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for Steering commodities, driving cost optimization, managing supplier relationships, and negotiating strategic agreements that support business objectives.

The Category Manager's key responsibilities include leading strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiating supplier contracts, identifying and implementing cost reduction opportunities, and managing supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, innovation, and risk. This role will collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure sourcing strategies align with product development timelines, technology roadmaps, and long-term business objectives for Steering commodities.

Responsibilities

Co-Leading the CMT (Category Management Team) to develop and execute a commodity strategy that best supports and influences the overall Navistar strategy meeting objectives for Major/Minor Programs

Manage all commercial aspects with assigned supply base including driving cost savings goals, negotiating, risk management, building positive relationships and resolving open issues with a cross functional team

Analyze supplier cost structure and competitive landscape to identify and negotiate savings and mitigate increases

Negotiate and execute Long Term Supply Agreements

Lead the cross-functional Category Management Team for the commodity

Develop and execute sourcing strategies and gain CMT and executive approval where needed

Identify and execute cost savings measures with suppliers and Navistar team to achieve annual goals

Analyze data to understand the cross functional impact of sourcing decisions or project through developing accurate business cases

Constantly Communicate with Supply Chain, Operations, Purchasing, and Engineering customers and escalate issues when needed – know who, when, and how to communicate with all Stakeholders

Manage the workload of an assigned sourcing specialist where applicable

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of purchasing/procurement experience

At least 1 years of lead experience

OR

Master's degree and at least 3 years of purchasing/procurement experience

At least 1 years of lead experience

OR

At least 8 years of purchasing/procurement experience

At least 1 years of lead experience

Additional Requirements

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

Desired Skills

Procurement background with experience in the automotive or commercial vehicle industries preferred

Strategic mindset with ability to develop creative solutions to complex problems

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop relationships with different functional backgrounds as well as with different business cultures globally

Experience with sourcing components, discovering competitive options and leading negotiations

Ability to read, understand, and execute commercial agreements and contracts

Ability to understand technical concepts

Skilled at developing executive level presentations

Strong analytical skills

Manufacturing background a plus

Benefits and Compensation

This position offers competitive market-based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting https://careers.international.com/#benefits .

The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidates' applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.

Company Overview

About TRATON With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

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.com .

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

EEO Statement

We are 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  HUB@International.com  to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.

Co-Leading the CMT (Category Management Team) to develop and execute a commodity strategy that best supports and influences the overall Navistar strategy meeting objectives for Major/Minor Programs

Manage all commercial aspects with assigned supply base including driving cost savings goals, negotiating, risk management, building positive relationships and resolving open issues with a cross functional team

Analyze supplier cost structure and competitive landscape to identify and negotiate savings and mitigate increases

Negotiate and execute Long Term Supply Agreements

Lead the cross-functional Category Management Team for the commodity

Develop and execute sourcing strategies and gain CMT and executive approval where needed

Identify and execute cost savings measures with suppliers and Navistar team to achieve annual goals

Analyze data to understand the cross functional impact of sourcing decisions or project through developing accurate business cases

Constantly Communicate with Supply Chain, Operations, Purchasing, and Engineering customers and escalate issues when needed – know who, when, and how to communicate with all Stakeholders

Manage the workload of an assigned sourcing specialist where applicable

Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of purchasing/procurement experience

At least 1 years of lead experience

OR

Master's degree and at least 3 years of purchasing/procurement experience

At least 1 years of lead experience

OR

At least 8 years of purchasing/procurement experience

At least 1 years of lead experience