Procurement Sr. Category Lead - Grand Rapids - Kion Group AG

    Kion Group AG
    Kion Group AG Grand Rapids

    6 days ago

    Description

    Dematic is looking for a Procurement Senior Category Lead to join our team and help invent the future of strategic sourcing for our Robotics and Automation categories.

    As part of this position, you will develop and complete category strategies that enable scalable, profitable growth while driving innovation across our global supply chain.

    You'll use data-driven insights, market intelligence, and advanced procurement technologies to optimize cost, mitigate risk, and improve supplier performance.

    You will collaborate with teams in Engineering, Project Management, Finance, Quality, and Solutions Development to align procurement initiatives with business objectives.

    Your success will be measured by Total Cost of Ownership savings, cash generation, margin improvement, and supplier performance in quality and delivery.

    This role also ensures risk mitigation and contract compliance to maintain operational resilience.

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    We offer:

    Career Development
    • Competitive Compensation and Benefits
    • Pay Transparency
    • Global Opportunities

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    *Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
    This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
    The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $90,750.00 to $120,000.00 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

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    Tasks and Qualifications:


    What You Will do in
    This Role:
    Develop and communicate category strategies for the Robotics and Automation catgories.
    • Identify and maintain reliable sources of supply to meet quality, service, and cost goals
    • Negotiate agreements using market analysis and scenario planning to achieve favorable outcomes
    • Work with internal teams to coordinate negotiation strategies and deliver meaningful results
    • Build risk assessments and mitigation plans to prevent supply disruptions and respond quickly when challenges arise
    • Review and provide input on contract terms, pricing, and delivery requirements
    • Build cost models and analyze market trends to understand pricing and supply chain impacts
    What We Are Looking For: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business, engineering, or a related field* 8+ years of regional or global procurement experience
    • Experience in project-based procurement or managing integrated automated technology and software is a plus
    • Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence and lead
    • Advanced quantitative, cost modeling, and data analysis capabilities
    • Ability to operate independently in a global, matrixed environment
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
    • Embodies KION Group values: Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, and Excellence
    • Comfortable working in a diverse, global environment
    • Willingness to travel up to 25%#LI-JR1
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