Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or relevant technical discipline is preferred 5+ years of strategic sourcing, category management or general Supply Chain leadership experience within diverse industries / markets In-depth knowledge of category management, strategic sourcing processes, procedures & practices Executed multiple, large contract / commercial negotiations HVAC manufacturing experience with specific planning and supply chain activities related to drilling, completion or production is preferred Proven track record applying complex category management techniques, including supply market analysis, TCO principles, and strategy development Working knowledge of evaluation modeling experience, including cost/benefit and present value analysis In-depth Excel knowledge and experience Experience with SAP is highly desired Attributes/Competencies - The successful candidate will demonstrate the following: Leading by example through the embodiment of, and by embracing, AAON's core values and leadership attributes Being a self-starter; able to excel with limited supervision Being results oriented A blend of strong analytical and interpersonal communication skills Comfortable presenting to Executive Leadership Able to positively influence stakeholders Able to plan and execute complex negotiations * Able to handle multiple activities and changing priorities. This role will be primarily responsible for the following: Leading cross-functional teams on project-based initiatives to develop and implement key elements of the category strategy (supply market analysis, contract, supplier performance) Establishing, maintaining, and communicating business requirements, importance of the materials and services required, and process improvement methods utilized to support Supply Chain initiatives Identifying strategies to support dynamic business needs and obtain internal stakeholder buy-in across all levels of the organization Performing assessments for the goods and/or services being evaluated; develop detailed supply market analyses; perform value chain analyses; and construct cost models to facilitate long-term management of AAON spend Optimizing the total cost of the product or service by leveraging spend across both Legacy AAON and BASX business units, forming key supplier alliances, consolidating the supplier base, and driving efficiencies within AAON's supply chain Developing negotiation strategies by identifying and quantifying gives, takes and best alternatives.