Category Manager - Installation Services

Category Manager - Installation Services Vanderlande Industries - 3.4 Marietta, GA Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Vendor relationship building Procurement category management Category management Engineering Employment law ERP systems Bachelor's degree in business Analysis skills Developing strategic sourcing strategies Market research Bachelor's degree in engineering Decision making Vendor relationship management Contracts Procurement contract negotiation Productivity software Materials handling Senior level Cross-functional collaboration Business Cross-functional team management Implementing cost-saving initiatives Communication skills Stakeholder relationship building Cross-functional communication Stakeholder management 10 years Full Job Description Job Title Category Manager - Installation Services Job Description As a subsidiary of Toyota Industries (TICO), Vanderlande North America is experiencing strong growth and increasing market demand. Vanderlande is a global leader in the design, manufacture, installation, and service of advanced material handling systems, utilizing innovative robotic, mechanical, and software technologies. The company serves major customers across the e-commerce, parcel delivery, and aviation industries. We are currently seeking a Category Manager - Installation Services to join our growing team.

Purpose:

Deliver value through strategic and tactical Category and Supplier Management. This includes developing and implementing category strategies, managing supplier relationships, ensuring governance and resilience, and driving sourcing success while partnering closely with Project Teams, including Project Procurement ("Demand Management").

Result Areas and Deliverables:

Category Strategy Development and Execution - Develop and implement category strategies by analyzing business needs, conducting supply market research, identifying new suppliers, and driving cost-saving opportunities within assigned categories. Coordinate detailed cost analysis when required. Supplier Relationship Management - Manage supplier relationships and maintain accountability for supplier performance, including resolution of supplier claims. Effective Sourcing and Contracting - Support customer projects by leading sourcing events, establishing cross-functional sourcing teams, overseeing RfA documentation, defining selection criteria, evaluating supplier proposals, conducting negotiations, and awarding contracts. Sales Support - Provide procurement input during the sales phase to support the development of competitive and sustainable budget proposals.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Materials Management, or related field preferred 10+ years of progressive experience in procurement, sourcing, negotiations, logistics, operations, or installation services Experience with contracting processes and knowledge of legal requirements, including labor laws Experience within the Material Handling Systems industry or similar industries such as construction, contracting, or engineering is preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment Experience working effectively across diverse cultures Results-driven mindset with strong business acumen Ability to work independently while remaining aligned with team goals Strong analytical capabilities, including cost modeling, quotation analysis, pay rate analysis, and supplier evaluation Creative problem-solving and innovative thinking skills Excellent communication, decision-making, and stakeholder management abilities Hands-on, practical working style with a proactive approach Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems Willingness to travel domestically up to 10%