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Category Manager- Market

Job in Lisle, DuPage County, Illinois, 60532, USA
Listing for: International
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-18
Job specializations:
  • Business
    Operations Manager, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 125000 USD Yearly USD 100000.00 125000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Category Manager-After Market

Position Overview

International Motors is seeking a Category Manager‑After Market to join our team. The Category Manager‑After Market plays a key role within International Motors’ procurement organization, offering broad exposure to the business and meaningful influence on sourcing decisions that drive results. This role is geared toward a procurement professional eager to deepen their understanding of the supply base, procurement processes, and how sourcing decisions connect across the enterprise.

As a member of a Category Management Team (CMT), you’ll work cross‑functionally with stakeholders across product development, program management, quality, manufacturing, finance, logistics, supply chain, aftermarket parts, pricing, and risk management. It provides a front‑row seat to how complex decisions are made and executed. In the aftermarket procurement space, you’ll manage an estimated $200M+ in spend, supporting categories such as Brakes/ADAS, Drivetrain, and Wheels.

You’ll be trusted with significant responsibility and the opportunity to make a measurable impact on cost, quality, and supplier performance. Strong performance opens the door to expanded responsibility and career advancement within International Motors’ procurement organization, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow into larger, more strategic roles.

Responsibilities
  • Influence and align internal and external stakeholders to shape sourcing strategies and drive successful execution across the organization.
  • Collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, manufacturing, finance, supply chain, and program teams to support business and program objectives.
  • Lead cost‑reduction initiatives, identifying opportunities and executing projects that deliver measurable financial impact.
  • Drive strategic sourcing efforts for new product programs and business transfers, ensuring supplier readiness, competitiveness, and continuity of supply.
  • Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, establishing strong commercial terms while maintaining compliance and long‑term partnerships.
  • Own supplier performance management, using data and structured reviews to improve quality, delivery, cost, and overall supplier effectiveness.
  • Partner closely with the Best Cost Country Sourcing team to support sourcing strategies, consolidate tail‑spend suppliers, and strengthen the global supply base.
  • Manage the workload of an assigned sourcing specialist where applicable.
Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience; at least 1 year of lead experience.
  • Master's degree and at least 3 years of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience; at least 1 year of lead experience.
  • At least 8 years of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience; at least 1 year of lead experience.
Additional Requirements
  • Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. This position does not provide employment‑related work sponsorship.
Desired Skills
  • Procurement background with experience in the automotive or commercial vehicle industries preferred.
  • Strategic mindset with ability to develop creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop relationships with different functional backgrounds and business cultures globally.
  • Experience with sourcing components, discovering competitive options and leading negotiations.
  • Ability to read, understand, and execute commercial agreements and contracts.
  • Ability to understand technical concepts.
  • Skilled at developing executive‑level presentations.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Aftermarket background a plus.
  • Ability to travel up to 20%.
Benefits and Compensation

This position offers competitive market‑based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting  The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidate’s applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email  to request assistance.

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