Donaldson is a global manufacturer of filtration products and engineered systems for industrial and advanced markets. Founded in 1915, the company develops air, liquid, gas, and specialty filtration solutions, including systems for aerospace and defense, industrial air collection, compressed air and gas purification, life sciences, and microelectronics. Its products serve OEMs and industrial customers across sectors such as aerospace, automotive, food and beverage, and power generation. Donaldson’s work spans research and development, manufacturing, and aftermarket parts and service, supported by engineering teams and a global footprint.
Senior Category Manager, Castings Procurement
Lead castings procurement strategy for Donaldson’s global filtration technology business. Oversee supplier relationships, negotiations, pricing, quality, and supply chain risk across the Americas.
विवरण
- Set procurement strategy for the castings category to meet supply and financial goals.
- Track commodity markets and adjust strategy in response to cost and supply changes.
- Negotiate using data to achieve competitive total cost and maintain supply continuity.
- Share category strategies and market trends with leaders and stakeholders.
- Report regularly on the effectiveness of category strategies.
- Manage pricing in line with market conditions and input costs.
- Deliver annual cost reductions with assigned suppliers.
- Select, onboard, and develop suppliers in support of strategic sourcing goals.
- Use supplier performance data and tools to improve quality, delivery, cost, and ongoing performance.
- Review suppliers, benchmark results, and establish corrective action plans.
- Help plant and distribution center teams serve customers and run efficient, profitable operations.
- Work with Supplier Quality Management to reach 50 PPM quality levels.
- Assess supply base risks using formal tools, audits, analysis, and on-site engagement.
- Develop and put in place measures to reduce supply base risks.
आवश्यकताएँ
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field.
- At least 5–7 years of professional sourcing experience.
- Strong data analysis skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Advanced English proficiency.
- Experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry.
- ISM CPSM certification preferred.
- ASCM CPIM or SCOR-P certification preferred.
- U.S. applicants may need to meet U.S. export control requirements.
- Applicants in other countries must meet applicable export control requirements there and in the United States.
लाभ
- A rewarding, professional work environment.
- Opportunities to learn, drive change, and contribute meaningfully at work and in local communities.
- Equal employment opportunity regardless of protected characteristics.