Category Manager

Flowserve Corp

Competitive salary; benefits: variety of benefits ...
Not specified (assumed hybrid based on industry standards)
8+ years category management experience
Strategic sourcing and negotiation skills
Sap or oracle erp proficiency
Flowserve Corp is seeking a Category Manager to develop and execute category strategies that optimize costs and enhance supplier performance. The ideal candidate will have over eight years of experience in category management or strategic sourcing, particularly within the metal or machining industry, and will be responsible for driving value through effective negotiation and stakeholder engagement. ###

Job Summary

  • The Category Manager is responsible for developing and executing category strategies that deliver sustainable value, cost optimization, and risk mitigation.
  • This role combines strategic sourcing, market intelligence, and performance analytics to ensure alignment with business objectives and long-term growth.
  • The company offers a variety of benefits alongside a competitive salary for the successful candidate.

Matching Summary

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Flowserve Corp is seeking a Category Manager to develop and execute category strategies that optimize costs and enhance supplier performance. The ideal candidate will have over eight years of experience in category management or strategic sourcing, particularly within the metal or machining industry, and will be responsible for driving value through effective negotiation and stakeholder engagement. ###

Salary

Competitive salary; Benefits: Variety of benefits available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years category management experience
  • Strategic sourcing and negotiation skills
  • SAP or Oracle ERP proficiency
  • Supply risk analysis expertise
  • Stakeholder influence without authority

Nice-to-have

  • Digital procurement tool implementation
  • ESG objective integration
  • Supplier consolidation strategies
  • Innovation-driven value creation
  • Executive-level presentation skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
  • 8+ years experience in metal or machining industry
  • Proficiency in English written and spoken

Work Rights

Not specified

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