Senior Global Category Manager

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Position Summary:
The Senior Category Manager for Travel & Entertainment, Fleet and other indirect categories is a key role within our organization, and we are looking for a candidate who can drive efficiency and cost savings while ensuring high-quality service. 
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Category Manager to oversee T&E (Travel & Entertainment), Fleet and potential other indirect categories, which may include, but not limited to Marketing, IT, Facilities, MRO, Consulting. We are looking for a strategic thinker with a proven track record in category management to join our team. If you have the skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.

Work You’ll Do:
•    Develop and implement category strategies for T&E, Fleet and other indirect categories aligning with the company's overall business strategy.
•    Lead the sourcing process, including supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management successfully incorporating best practices and industry standards.
•    Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure the procurement process meets their business requirements.
•    Monitor market trends and analyze data to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
•    Manage supplier relationships, ensuring high-quality service and adherence to contract terms.
•    Oversee risk management within the indirect categories, identifying potential issues and implementing mitigation strategies.
•    Collaborate with other departments to integrate procurement with business systems and processes.
•    Develop and manage budgets for the categories, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
•    Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.  
•    Lead and coach junior associates and foster a collaborative and learning-oriented environment.

Team:

Global Supply Chain Management, Indirect Procurement

Basic Qualifications:
•    Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or related field 
•    Proven experience of 8 years minimum in category management
•    Strong negotiation skills & experience in contract management
•    Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data & market trends
•    Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage & motivate a team.
•    Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
•    Knowledge of procurement systems and processes, & relevant regulatory requirements.
•    Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously & meet deadlines.
•    Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify & implement effective solutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

•   Experience preferably in Travel & Entertainment category management

•   Master's degree or relevant certification would be an advantage.
•   Experience preferably in Travel & Entertainment

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Who we are: 

Hillenbrand (NYSE: HI) is a global industrial company that provides highly-engineered, mission-critical processing equipment and solutions to customers in over 100 countries around the world. Our portfolio is composed of leading industrial brands that serve large, attractive end markets, including durable plastics, food, and recycling. Guided by our Purpose — Shape What Matters For Tomorrow™ — we pursue excellence, collaboration, and innovation to consistently shape solutions that best serve our associates, customers, communities, and other stakeholders. To learn more, visit: www.Hillenbrand.com.

EEO: The policy of Hillenbrand Inc. is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.  Additionally, Hillenbrand Inc. and our operating companies are committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us @recruitingaccommodations@hillenbrand.com .  In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.  At Hillenbrand, everyone is welcome to apply and "Shape What Matters for Tomorrow".