Waukesha Gas Engines · 2 days ago
Global Category Manager Indirect Sourcing
Houston, TX
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expINNIO is a leader in providing sustainable energy solutions, and they are seeking a Global Category Manager to join their Indirect Procurement Team. This role is responsible for developing procurement strategies for logistics services, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing supply chain processes to ensure efficient operations.
EnergyManufacturingOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Develop and implement procurement strategies for logistics services in the Americas, including transportation, freight forwarding, warehousing, and supply chain services
Identify, select, and further develop strategic logistics partners in close collaboration with internal stakeholders
Build and execute structured supplier relationship management plans
Lead contract negotiations and manage existing framework agreements within the logistics category
Collaborate closely with business leaders to define and align logistics strategies
Support the optimization of supply chain processes with a focus on cost, quality, service, and sustainability
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of experience in indirect procurement, ideally with a focus on logistics or supply chain management
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field; Master's degree preferred
Experience in international procurement projects, with strong negotiation and contracting skills
Fluency in English; additional languages such as German or Spanish are an advantage
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
High level of self-motivation, results orientation, and entrepreneurial mindset
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Oracle ERP is preferred
Willingness to travel at least 20% to support and develop our global supplier base
Preferred
Master's degree
Experience with Oracle ERP
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