What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Category Manager - Manufacturing position at Hader Solutions?
Role: Category Manager responsible for strategic sourcing and category strategy for key materials used in premium windows, doors, and skylights.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze spend data and develop supplier partnerships to optimize procurement processes.
- Negotiate contracts to ensure favorable terms and cost efficiencies.
- Manage total cost of ownership while maintaining quality and ensuring supply continuity.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and finance teams to align category plans with production, innovation, and sustainability goals.
- Focus on safety, continuous improvement, and a people-first approach in all activities.
- Strong strategic sourcing and category management experience.
- Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship skills.
- Ability to analyze spend data and develop actionable strategies.
- Collaborative mindset with cross-functional teams.
- Commitment to quality, sustainability, and safety standards.