Strategic Sourcing & Category Manager (Germantown/Atlanta)

TK Elevator Corp

Atlanta, GA

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SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Accounting, Auditing, Category Development, Category Management, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Corporate Policies, Cost Control, Cost Forecasting, Cross-Functional, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan, Equipment Specification, Health Plan, Insurance, Life Insurance, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Market Analysis, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Operational Strategy, Operations Management, Performance Reviews, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Reporting Skills, Research Skills, Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, Sourcing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Operations, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Selection
LOCATION
Atlanta, GA
POSTED
26 days ago

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Strategic Sourcing & Category Manager (Germantown/Atlanta)

TK Elevator Corporation - Atlanta (GA), Germantown (TN)

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What we expect

The first 3 letters in workplace safety are Y-O-U!

TK Elevator is currently seeking an experienced Strategic Sourcing & Category Manager in Germantown, TN or Atlanta, GA.

Responsible for supplier selection, management and implementation of the sourcing strategy and managing cost of operations within a defined indirect category of the supply chain; establishing standard costs; developing and executing cost reduction strategies; analyzing market indices and negotiating pricing based on fluctuations; forecasting cost impacts; explaining price variances; leading all commercial negotiations with suppliers; contract management, and problem-solving supply issues and recommending actions. Maintains favorable relationships with cross-functional departments and coordinates with accounting.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Establishes, negotiates, and maintains Long Term Agreements (LTAs) with

suppliers to meet supplier performance and costs goals.

  • Develops commodity strategies and leads supplier selections by gathering

inputs with key stakeholders.

  • Manages risks thru proactive supply management actions.
  • Reduces supply base while developing long-term alliances with chosen core

suppliers.

  • Becomes an expert in market and manufacturing processes for assigned

commodities.

  • Leads and participates in multi-functional teams for design improvements, cost reduction opportunities, and other strategies for operational and supply chain improvements at all levels within TKE.
  • Understands and adheres to internal, corporate and governmental policies

and laws related to commodities and suppliers.

  • Establishes working relationships with senior management at suppliers and

holds supplier performance reviews, including key stakeholders from other

functions.

  • Conducts supplier investigations and supplier audits
  • Define strategies and be a strong partner with Sourcing Operations teams to drive implementation and compliance strategies at the business franchise

level.

  • Support New Product Introductions teams within defined category
  • Participate in the review process of specifications for equipment, products

or substitution of materials

  • Prepare, review and track reporting in relation to management of suppliers
  • Assist in evaluating suppliers performance by gathering information and

preparing reports.

  • Conduct audits of supplier procedures involving company owned tools,

inventory, or equipment being held by suppliers

  • Resolve vendor or contractor grievances, and claims against suppliers

Who we are looking for

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, or Businessrelated

field and 3+ years business related experience

  • Second/advanced degree desirable
  • Project Management skills a plus
  • 3+ years of experience in indirect category/services procurement
  • Cross functional thinking
  • Strong collaboration and influencing skills
  • Advanced level of negotiating skills and contract expertise in corporate

contract process.

  • Superior organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to

communicate effectively with many levels of the organization.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks, assignments simultaneously

and to operate in a matrix environment.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office software and ERP.

What we offer

Provided they meet all eligibility requirement under the applicable plan documents, employees will be offered

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
  • Health savings account (HSA)
  • Supplemental medical plans
  • Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Company-paid basic life insurance and AD&D
  • Optional life and AD&D coverage
  • Optional spouse and dependent life insurance
  • Identity theft monitoring
  • Pet insurance
  • Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match: Employees can contribute a portion of their pay on a pre-tax or Roth basis. The company provides a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 5% contributed.

Additional benefits include:

  • 15 days of vacation per year
  • 11 paid holidays each calendar year (10 fixed, 1 floating)
  • Paid sick leave, per company policy
  • Up to six weeks of paid parental leave (available after successful completion of 90 days of full-time employment)

Eligibility requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies.

Additional information

TK Elevator is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veteran status or any other protected status required by applicable law.

Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation in connection with the application process are encouraged to email us directly at ElevatorJobs.ams@tkelevator.com or call 1-844-427-5461.

Contact

To apply to a position, please click on the Apply Now button.

For any additional questions or job specific requests, please use the contact

below and include the Job Requisition Number as a reference.

Elevatorjobs.AMS@tkelevator.com

Job details

Posting date:2026/06/04Experience level:ManagementContract limitation:Permanent, Full TimeWork Modality:HybridJob family:Procurement and Supply ManagementIndustry:Engineering & urban mobilityJob number:US_901745_ET_TKELECP13235

Application deadline: as long as the job is listed on our career page, we are looking for suitable candidates (all genders welcome). We are looking forward to receiving your application.

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