Regional Category Manager – Mechanical (doors) Naa

Otis

Florence, SC, United States
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Strategic sourcing for mechanical components
Supplier selection and contract management
Cost optimization initiatives
** Otis is seeking a Regional Category Manager for Mechanical components in Florence, SC, to lead strategic sourcing for elevator doors and related products. The ideal candidate will have significant procurement experience, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to drive supplier performance improvements. **

Job Summary

  • Develop and implement the regional sourcing strategy for elevator doors and fabricated mechanical components, aligned with the global category direction.
  • Lead cost-reduction, standardization, and efficiency-improvement initiatives across door components and assemblies.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Quality to align technical specifications and support product industrialization.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Otis is seeking a Regional Category Manager for Mechanical components in Florence, SC, to lead strategic sourcing for elevator doors and related products. The ideal candidate will have significant procurement experience, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to drive supplier performance improvements. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strategic sourcing for mechanical components
  • Supplier selection and contract management
  • Cost optimization initiatives
  • Supplier performance improvement
  • Cross-functional collaboration with Engineering and Operations

Nice-to-have

  • Global category strategy alignment
  • Drive productivity and quality goals
  • Manage supplier risk and lead-time

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or purchasing
  • 8+ years in procurement and category management
  • Proficient in Excel, procurement systems, and cost modeling
  • Ability to travel up to 20% within the NAA region

Work Rights

Must have authorization to work in the U.S. now and in the future without sponsorship

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