Category Manager

Horton, Inc. has an opening for a Category Manager to work at our Corporate Headquarters in Roseville, MN. This is an onsite role that requires domestic and international travel. It also requires a minimum of 5 years in Procurement and 10 years total relevant business experience.

Position Summary:

Responsible for the management of the supply base and strategic corporate initiatives, which includes:
Identifies, selects, develops and monitors suppliers to reach the highest level of quality, cost and availability of materials, products and services.

Company Information:
As a global leader in thermal control for power systems, Horton offers a variety of technologies for transportation and industrial applications to operate at the optimal temperature - even in the most demanding conditions. For over 75 years, the organization has been an integral partner to companies worldwide providing innovative and reliable engine cooling solutions for heavy-duty vehicles and equipment. For more information on Horton, Inc.

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Category Manager Responsibilities:

• Completes corporate transnational purchases, implementation and administration, as well as strategic contract execution.
• Analyzes supplier capabilities for materials and services, and develops strategic supplier relationships that serve the needs of technical, production and purchasing functions.
• Participates in the development and maintenance of a supplier performance management system that establishes and tracks standards of performance for production suppliers, including audits of deliveries, flexibility to inventory management programs, and quality of components provided.
• Interfaces with engineering to assist in new product development & production improvements. Establishes an environment of idea sharing that develops effective supplier and company-wide cross-functional relationships.
• Supports existing product lines when major product derivatives are designed, as requested.

Category Manager Qualifications:

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in a business or technical field.
• Requires a minimum of 5 yrs experience in Procurement.
• Requires 10 years total relevant business experience.
• Requires experience with supplier development on new products.
• Must have managed at least $10M in spend.
• Must have industrial experience, including precision metal and aluminum parts.
• Willing to travel on a regular basis, including international.
• Truck/Ag industry with high-mix, low-volume experience is preferred.
• Prior experience in materials planning in a plant setting is preferred.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States. No Visa sponsorship provided now or in the future for this position.

Additional Information:

The estimated hiring range for this position is $105,000 - $115,000 per year plus bonus. Compensation will increase within the range based on experience and qualifications. We also offer a competitive benefits package including PTO, Company Paid Holidays, 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Life, AD&D, STD, LTD, Education Assistance, and a dynamic work environment.

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Horton, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. Veterans/Disabled

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