Category manager motors, motor parts & enginesxylem is a fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world’s most critical water challenges.job summarythe procurement manager is responsible for overseeing the entire procurement management system within the organization. This role involves developing and implementing procurement policies and procedures, coordinating cross‑functional teams to implement category strategic priorities, collaborating with other departments to drive continuous improvement initiatives, and developing a set of analytics to enable opportunity identification and decision making.responsibilitiesdevelop long‑term and short‑term procurement goals.identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.establish and maintain supplier relationships.ensure procurement processes align with company goals and objectives.negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers.collaborate with other departments to drive continuous improvement initiatives.develop analytics to enable opportunity identification and decision making.manage governance system and kpis.high impact behaviorsstrategic decision‑making: assess complex situations, consider long‑term implications, and make decisions that align with the organization’s vision and goals.effective communication: articulate vision, expectations, and feedback in a way that motivates and engages team members, and actively listen to input from all levels of the organization.qualificationsbachelor’s in business administration, supply chain management, engineering, or related field with at least 5 years of experience.strong problem‑solving and analytical skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions.excellent verbal and written communication skills to report findings and make recommendations.proficiency in data analysis tools and software such as excel, google analytics, and various crm platforms.experience with digital marketing strategies, including seo, ppc, and sem campaigns.end‑to‑end project management: lead improvement projects from initiation to completion, monitoring progress and ensuring timely delivery of measurable results.mid‑senior level; full‑time; marketing and sales; industrial machinery manufacturing.
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