Global Category Manager

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Global Category Manager in Indianapolis, IN 46225.

Position Title: Global Category Manager

Location: Indianapolis, IN 46225

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and it is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 12 Month.

Job Type: CONTRACT

Job Description:

Top Priority Skills

• Bachelors Degree (Business, Supply Chain Management ideal) minimum with 7 years of experience
• Needs to be able to come in and manage the category
• If someone has experience as a Buyer or Category Manager, but a Bachelors in a different field, manager will consider
• Must be an independent contributor - someone who will come in and take charge
• Quick learner
• Will manage IT for first 12 weeks, and then jump into Test in early 2026
• Any aerospace or IT experience would be great, automotive is good too
• Social skills, cross-functional leadership, teamwork
• This person wont be managing people, everyone is an independent contributor

Job Description

• Effective management of supplier relationships and strategic direction of partners and suppliers, which includes being accountable for managing issues that require escalation, conflict resolution, driving and improving in-contract supplier performance, and reporting out on KPIs to procurement.

• Lead complex negotiations through planning, performing cost analysis, drafting of contracts and creating business cases to maximize the value proposition across all major categories.

• Responsible for developing, deploying, and maintaining relevant integrated commodity/category supplier strategies that have a clear vision and a strategic framework for the designated commodity which requires understanding of the commodity landscape, associated risks, and ability to conduct long term planning.

• Manage the identification, assessment, and mitigation of commercial risks within the supply chain to ensure continuity and resilience.

• Manage & lead a team of buyer(s) to excel in their strategic tasks by fostering skill development and achieving superior outcomes for the business

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short term disability, long term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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