Regional Category Manager – Mechanical, Doors

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in South Carolina.

📋 Description

• Design and execute the regional sourcing strategy for elevator doors and fabricated mechanical parts.

• Provide leadership at the regional level for strategic sourcing efforts to enhance business value and competitiveness.

• Meet annual productivity goals by optimizing the supply chain and encouraging competitive dynamics.

• Offer operational support to manufacturing and field sites for all door and fabricated component requirements.

• Track and enhance supplier On-Time Delivery performance.

• Oversee price adjustments and ensure adherence to procurement system compliance.

• Ensure compliance with Otis procurement policies and procedures.

• Assist in resolving supplier-related issues such as delivery delays, quality discrepancies, and logistical hurdles.

• Lead initiatives focused on cost reduction, standardization, and efficiency improvements.

• Negotiate supplier agreements and pricing using a data-driven approach.

• Manage the regional supply chain, driving continuous enhancements in cost, quality, delivery, and innovation.

• Develop and implement strategies to mitigate supplier risks.

• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Quality teams to align on technical specifications.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or purchasing; a Master's degree is preferred.

• Over 8 years of experience in procurement, category management, and team leadership.

• Experience in global, matrixed, industrial organizations is preferred.

• Strong skills in negotiation and contract management.

• Proficient in Excel, procurement systems (JD Edwards, SAP, EDI), and cost modeling techniques.

• Capable of influencing and collaborating across all levels of the organization.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; experience in multicultural settings.

• Willingness to travel up to 20% within the NAA region.

• Applicants must have authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

🏝️ Benefits

• 401(k) plan with a generous company match and automatic retirement contributions.

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.

• Three weeks of paid vacation and paid company holidays.

• Paid sick leave, employee assistance, and wellness incentive programs.

• Life insurance and disability coverage.

• Voluntary benefits including legal, pet, home, and auto insurance.

• Generous birth/adoption and parental leave benefits along with adoption assistance.

• Tuition reimbursement program.

• Recognition of service anniversaries and opportunities for spot performance bonuses.