Category Manager - Indirect Sourcing

Chamberlain Group is a global leader in access solutions with top brands, such as LiftMaster and Chamberlain, found in millions of homes, businesses, and communities worldwide.

As a leader in the Smart Home industry, we boast one of the largest IoT install bases, with innovative products consisting of cameras, locks, card readers, garage door openers, gates and more, all powered by our myQ digital ecosystem.

Job Summary:

As the Category Manager – Indirect Sourcing, you will design, develop, and implement an indirect category strategy to achieve functional and Business Unit objectives. You will define sourcing strategies in the category based on Indirect Sourcing policy by developing and driving sourcing initiatives, including all key steps in full life cycle sourcing.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years in Indirect Sourcing with an emphasis on assigned category / commodity
• Experience with developing Sourcing strategies based on data analytics
• Experience with sourcing for indirect services
• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field of study

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Working knowledge and application of Value Stream Mapping, Total Cost of Ownership, Outsourcing / Off-Shoring, Supplier Diversity & Sustainability / Regulatory compliance
• Ability to work in a matrix environment
• Ability to effectively communicate with C-Suite executives

Additional Qualifications (Preferred):

• Advanced Degree
• SAP, ARIBA

Additional Job Details:

• Design, develop, and implement an indirect category strategy to achieve functional and Business Unit objectives
• This role is within Chamberlain Group's Operations and Supply Chain function
• Advise the Business on indirect category strategy by leading cross-functional teams
• Maintain and apply knowledge of factors affecting costs such as industry and technology trends, geo-political influences, up steam, and related market cost reduction opportunities
• Execute supplier management strategies by monitoring KPIs, Terms and Conditions, Supplier Contracts, and Supplier Risk Assessments
• Define sourcing strategies in the category based on Indirect Sourcing policy by developing and driving sourcing initiatives, including all key steps in full lifecycle sourcing
• Cultivate and manage supplier relationships to optimize business value
• Develop and deliver category reporting to senior leadership
• Able to travel up to 10% - domestically and internationally

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Chamberlain Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. You will be considered for this position based upon your experience and education, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled or veteran status. We are committed to creating and maintaining a workforce environment that is free from any form of discriminations or harassment.

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