Mgr, Category Mgmt

The Category Manager drives strategic sourcing, supplier localization, and change management to ensure cost efficiency, quality, and supply continuity. This role develops and executes category strategies, leads full‑cycle sourcing, and manages supplier transfers to support global production shifts. Partnering across Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Finance, the Category Manager builds resilient local supply bases, mitigates risks, and aligns sourcing with NPI and production timelines. By optimizing spend, strengthening supplier performance, and ensuring readiness for new programs, the role is pivotal in enabling operational excellence and competitive advantage.