International Motors, LLC

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Position Overview Procurement Category Manager - Global Transportation will lead the global transportation category working cross functionally within International interfacing with logistics, finance, direct material procurement and suppliers. This position will be responsible for developing and implementing global transportation sourcing strategies, driving cost reductions, supply base management and negotiating and executing agreements. In addition, this position will collaborate with other VW brands to drive scale and synergies. Responsibilities • Develop and execute sourcing strategies for global transportation, customs brokerage and global trade management to align with International's business objectives • Lead strategic sourcing decisions for new scope as well as current business for improved cost, quality, or delivery opportunities • Establish business plans with VW and TRATON driving collaboration opportunities with sister brands • Research industry trends, benchmark data, and understand underlying cost drivers • Analyze category spend to identify and develop savings opportunities, and work with the logistics and procurement teams to develop cost budgets • Build strong strategic partnerships with suppliers to ensure that cost competitiveness, on time delivery, and service meet or exceed expectations • Drive compliance to International's Sourcing Policy and VW processes • Focus on continuous improvement of current processes and systems Minimum Requirements • Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience OR • Master's degree and no experience OR • At least 3 years of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience Additional Requirements • Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status). Desired Skills • Procurement background with experience in transportation and logistics industries preferred • Strategic mindset with ability to develop creative solutions to complex problems • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop relationships with different functional backgrounds as well as with different business cultures globally • Experience with sourcing services, discovering competitive options and leading negotiations • Ability to read, understand, and execute commercial agreements and contracts • Ability to understand technical concepts • Skilled at developing executive level presentations • Strong analytical skills • Bilingual in Spanish preferred Benefits and Compensation We provide a competitive total rewards package which ensures job satisfaction both on and off the job. We offer market-based compensation, health benefits, 401(k) match, tuition assistance, EAP, legal insurance, an employee discount program, and more. For this position, the expected salary range will be commensurate with the candidate's applicable skills, knowledge and experience. You can learn more about our comprehensive benefits package at https://careers.international.com/#benefits. Company Overview ABOUT TRATON With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world's leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group's product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. "Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.": this intention underlines the Company's ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group's commercial growth. ABOUT INTERNATIONAL From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit www.International.com. • International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah. EEO Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email HUB@International.com to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.