Category Manager [Hybrid] | Fleet Vehicles & Services | Bristol, IN (Main)

Regular Employee | Salary Exempt

Who we are

At we are driven to deliver, and as the North American leader in specialty vehicles, our portfolio of last-mile delivery vehicles, work trucks, and motorhome chassis brings people, goods, and services where they need to be.

We are strengthened by nine industry-leading brands -- , Blue Arc EV Solutions, Royal Truck Body, DuraMag, Magnum, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan RV Chassis, Red Diamond, and Builtmore. Over 4,000 employees across ten states and two countries work independently and together as one team under Shyft, building chassis, vehicle bodies, and accessories that improve every route, every run, and every ride.

Empowered by a supportive, inclusive, and highly entrepreneurial culture, every person behind our brands is given the tools they need to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families. Together under the Shyft umbrella, our teams drive new synergies that bring innovations to life on the road - for an experience that is safer, more satisfying, more rewarding all around.

and millions of miles behind us, we continue to charge forward - leading the commercial vehicle transition to electric, innovating across all our brands, and earning our position among Fortune's 100 Fastest Growing Companies.

What you'll do

As the Category Manager for (A Shyft Group Brand) based at our manufacturing facility in , you will spearhead value-creating sourcing decisions by identifying, developing, and implementing supplier and product value stream improvement initiatives.

You will accomplish this through effectively utilizing strategic sourcing processes, cost targeting, supplier performance management, supplier development, as well as value engineering processes.

Additionally, you will also be expected to support the business goals related to quality, technology, and cost of current products as well as support the business needs for innovative new product launches, while also mitigating supply chain risks.

This roles schedule is designated as Hybrid, requiring 4 days per month in office (i.e. two visits per month, two days each), and willingness to travel to suppliers (~20%).

You will also:

• Oversee negotiations with suppliers and execute supplier agreements ranging between $1M-$20M
• Partner cross-functionally to understand and monitor Utilimaster's needs to best serve our customers and maintain a competitive edge in the market
• Create and implement strategic product sourcing strategies in partnership with Supply Chain
• Oversee efforts for examine new suppliers
• Manage and drive supplier performance in the areas of quality, cost, capacity, delivery, and overall value
• Rationalize and segment strategies for suppliers, categories, and parts
• Ensure potential suppliers meet Utilimaster's performance requirements
• Utilize your program management skills to facilitate timely implementation of sourcing items
• Develop working relationships with both internal stakeholders and suppliers
• Navigate and facilitate solutions when supplier issues occur
• Ensure suppliers conform to our terms and conditions
• Maintain a high level of supplier performance adding value
• Create total cost of ownership and make vs. buy analyses
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement
• Gather and examine data for specific categories and suppliers
• Identify and implement value-adding activities within the supply chain
• Manage relationships with assigned suppliers
• Align suppliers' operating plans to achieve company goals
• Stay abreast of current industry and global market trends

Learn more about , , and by exploring the Learn More section below.

What you need to be successful

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Materials Management, Finance, Engineering, or Operations
• Five or more (5+) years of experience in a professional procurement role with exposure to diverse manufacturing processes and commodities
• Extensive knowledge of business operations, finance, accounting, legal, materials management, engineering, quality, and manufacturing
• A track record of performing cost analysis and negotiating supplier deals
• A reputation for cultivating strong cross-functional and supplier partnerships
• In-depth understanding of supplier management
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally (up to 20%)

Learn More

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The Shyft Group

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Bristol, IN

Why The Shyft Group?
We believe that when our people thrive personally and professionally, our business thrives. We are committed to offering comprehensive benefits programs that stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

Stay Healthy: Medical and Rx Plan Health Savings Account Dental and Vision Plan Healthcare Flexible Spending Wellness Plan

Financial Security: 401 (k) Retirement Savings Short and Long Term Disability Company Provided Life and Dependent Life Insurance Voluntary Term Life Insurance

Work/Life Balance: Educational Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Dependent Care FSA

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com.

The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer

Shyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.