Waukesha Gas Engines · 2 days ago
Global Category Leader - Indirect
Waukesha, WI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expINNIO is a leader in providing sustainable energy solutions, and they are seeking a Global Category Leader - Indirect to develop and execute global sourcing strategies. This role focuses on CAPEX management, supplier management, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to optimize indirect spend.
EnergyManufacturingOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Develop and execute INNIO sourcing strategies for assigned indirect categories and suppliers
Lead CAPEX management for indirect spend, ensuring optimal investment and cost control
Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost effectiveness across indirect procurement
Proactively engage and collaborate with key stakeholders across functions and regions to ensure alignment and buy-in for sourcing strategies and initiatives
Develop negotiation strategies and lead negotiations to achieve company goals in on-time delivery, quality, and cost savings
Lead supplier segmentation, selection, and development, ensuring high-quality supplier relationships and operational management
Understand and ensure compliance with business requirements, minimizing supply chain risks for indirect categories
Negotiate long-term agreements with suppliers that align with business strategy and requirements
Collaborate proactively with business sourcing leaders and functional owners to ensure buy-in and optimized internal coordination
Facilitate innovation and collaboration between supply base and INNIO businesses
Develop and execute recovery plans for suppliers that fall short of expectations
Own, drive, and report progress/bottlenecks on Value Creation Plan (VCP) initiatives for indirect categories
Qualification
Required
8+ years working experience in strategic sourcing within a global organization; comparable industry experience preferred
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Supply Chain, Operations or Engineering from an accredited school or equivalent work experience
Proven experience in CAPEX management and process improvement for indirect categories
Experience with 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) warehouse management
Demonstrated ability to engage, influence, and align with stakeholders at all levels across the organization
Project management and strategy development experience
Strong technical aptitude, business acumen, influencing, negotiation, and facilitation skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; Oracle ERP experience is a plus
Excellent communication and presentation skills at all levels
Strong customer service mindset and ability to improve internal customer relationships
Entrepreneurial, motivated mindset with demonstrated ownership of responsibilities
Team player mentality and continuous improvement mindset
Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time to our regional supply base and INNIO locations
Company
Waukesha Gas Engines
Waukesha Gas Engines are built to work tougher, longer, and smarter for the oil and gas industry’s most challenging and remote environments.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase