Sr Global Category Manager, Supply Management

Auto req ID: 23238

Title: Sr Global Category Manager, Supply Management (Remote)
Job Function: Materials and Procurement

Location: Remote

Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand, and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?

We maximize employee flexibility and well-being through a virtual mindset that supports our highly distributed, global workforce. We take an outcome-focused, people-centered approach to winning, including welcoming the best talent - wherever they may be.

This remote role is not tightly linked to a physical location and provides flexibility in where, when and how you accomplish your work. Remote employees are expected to have a dedicated, quiet and distraction-free work space and an internet connection that’s sufficient for completing their job remotely.

Job Summary

This position is responsible developing and implementing category strategies that support Harley-Davidson business objectives. This position is responsible for negotiation, contract management and change management while measuring quality, cost, and delivery performance of all suppliers.

Job Responsibilities

• ​​​​​​Solves complex problems in Supply Management using analytical thought, exercising judgment, and identifying innovative solutions.
• Supports functional teams and/or projects.
• Communicates difficult concepts in Supply Management and negotiates with others to effectively influence as appropriate.
• Support the development of and deployment of strategic initiatives to facilitate cross-business synergies across a rationalized set of global and regional preferred supplier partners.
• Responsible for effectively managing supplier transitions, including developing project implementation plan, development and approval of internal business case, and execution of the transition plan that minimizes business risks.
• Develops and executes Category Strategies for assigned categories (fuel systems, brakes, molded plastic, resins, gaskets and seals, rubber, carbon fiber, paint, and others as assigned).
• Negotiate and manage key strategic supplier contracts and relationships, including the management and execution of master supply agreements.
• Review, approve, monitor, and report compliance to category agreements and strategies based upon Harley-Davidson SM policies.
• Present new planning tools, methods, technical analysis, standards, and procurement opportunities with senior management that are aligned with SM/Harley-Davidson strategic plans and cost reduction initiatives. Plan, prepare and execute annual value proposition for the owned spend, and support execution with the business cross functional teams.
• Lead Supplier Business Reviews with strategic suppliers annually.
• Identify potential financial/operational threats to the business and develop/deploy proactive supplier risk mitigation strategies to ensure supply continuity.
• Works collaboratively across different functions, including Developmental Purchasing, Indirect Procurement, Supply Chain Operations, Logistics, Engineering, Manufacturing, Marketing, etc.…Communicates difficult or sensitive information and builds relationships with Suppliers, Product Development, and Manufacturing.

Education Requirements

Experience Requirements

Required

• Requires a minimum of 5 years experience in category management, procurement, supply chain, and/or operations in the manufacturing industry.
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Ability to apply knowledge of best practices in Developmental Purchasing, Indirect Procurement, Supply Base, or Supply Chain and how their own area integrates with others to drive results.
• Broad expertise in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Supplier Quality, S&OP, Negotiation, and Product Development as it relates to categories such fuel systems, brakes, molded plastic, resins, gaskets and seals, rubber, carbon fiber, and paint.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within and/or lead a group or team.

Preferred

• 5+ years’ experience in a global business environment in the manufacturing industry, owning category management for a production line.
• 5+ years’ professional experience improving supplier performance across multiple manufacturing facilities.
• APQP experience.
• Demonstrated CI experience.
• Motorcycle riding experience and knowledge in Harley-Davidson motorcycles and accessories.

Position Success Criteria

• Demonstrates knowledge and experience in successfully developing and deploying category strategies and driving supply chain efficiency and productivity.
• Creative thinking skills to produce new approaches in category management and implement emerging tools and approaches.
• Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to converse with senior management, suppliers, operations, and SM personnel.
• Self-starter with the ability to multi-task across various projects and initiatives.
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional / global teams.
• Ability to drive results via fact-based negotiations.
• Ability to manage cost-out projects against scope, schedule, and budget.

Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.

The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Direct Reports: No

Travel Required: 10 - 25%

Pay Range: 78,600 - 121,900
Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance