Category Manager

Category ManagerThe following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.   Location: Blue Bell, PA Salary Range: $136,000.00 to 162,000.00     About SKF: SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow!   SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos.   Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030.   Weí¢â‚¬â„¢re guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.   Weí¢â‚¬â„¢re a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment.   Learn about SKF at .   Summary: We are looking for a dynamic Regional Category Manager to join our new high performing Purchasing Organization at SKF. The position manages the category within the Regional Components Categories and reports to the VP of Purchasing, Industrial Region Americas. You will drive strategic sourcing projects with cross functional teams. Develop, communicate and implement a category strategy with the stakeholders in the SKF Group where applicable as well as the regional stakeholders. Furthermore, you will coordinate purchasing activities in your category network and drive supplier improvement through fact-based analysis (financial, quality, manufacturing, etc.)   Key Responsibilities: Develop strong category strategies for Americas including category target setting - based on a deep understanding of SKF Product Lines needs and insights into the supply market characteristics.Analyze category spend data to find opportunities for End-to-End efficiencies and cost reduction, e.g. supplier consolidation, specification rationalization, variant reduction, regionalization balanced with low-cost country sourcing based on TCO etc. Develop and drive the improvement, cost reduction and innovation plans in close collaboration with the local teams to ensure alignment with factory needs.Lead & manage strategic sourcing projects applying SKF strategic sourcing methodologyParticipate in/lead fact-based negotiations.Drive supplier onboarding and the supplier change process. Work in close collaboration with Product Lines to secure local acceptance of new contractsMeasure and manage supplier performance in all QCDIMS aspectsManage Supplier Relationships (SRM) for selected preferred suppliersManage internal stakeholder relationships withing the Global Purchasing community as well as the cross functional teams in the Region and our units.   Required Skills and Abilities:    Previous purchasing experience is a merit, minimum 5 years, preferrable on Direct MaterialsGood knowledge of purchasing processesProject management experienceWillingness and the ability to travel frequently, up to 25%.A university degree and a sound technical interest   Personal Requirements: Result oriented with a strong business focus and stakeholder involvementAnalytical and structuredAbility to put strategy into actionHigh integrityStrong in decision makingGood communication and negotiation skills.Mulicultural/ Intercultural skillsTeam collaborator       What Youí¢â‚¬â„¢ll Love About SKF: Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.   Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health.    Diversity in the Workplace. ?At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.   Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment.  Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!   Bonus. SKF offers STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management.   Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.   Reports to: VP of Purchasing Americas Location: Blue Bell, PA Job ID: 22476SKF provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.By applying to this job you acknowledge how SKF treats candidate data. Click HERE to review the SKF Data Privacy Consent Statement.   PandoLogic. Keywords: Category Manager, Location: Blue Bell, PA - 19422

Created: 2025-07-01