Regional Cateogory Manager

About the Role Schneider Electric is seeking a strategic and results-driven Regional Category Manager – NAM Transport (LTL) to lead the sourcing, supplier management, and category strategy for Less-than-Truckload transportation across North America.

This role is responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies that optimize cost, service, capacity, sustainability, and supplier performance. The successful candidate will lead complex sourcing events, negotiate transportation agreements, manage key carrier relationships, and partner with stakeholders across Supply Chain, Transportation, Operations, Finance, Sustainability, and Legal.

As a recognized transportation procurement expert, you will influence business decisions, drive measurable value creation, and support Schneider Electric's operational and financial objectives.

Key Responsibilities Develop and execute North American LTL category strategies aligned with business objectives.

Lead transportation sourcing events, including RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, carrier evaluations, and contract negotiations.

Negotiate rates, service agreements, fuel programs, accessorial charges, and commercial terms with transportation providers.

Manage strategic carrier relationships and lead supplier performance reviews, governance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Identify and deliver cost savings, productivity improvements, and value-creation opportunities.

Utilize spend analysis, market intelligence, benchmarking, and financial modeling to support sourcing decisions.

Partner with internal stakeholders to understand transportation requirements and develop effective procurement solutions.

Assess supplier, operational, and commercial risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Support Schneider Electric's sustainability initiatives by incorporating environmental considerations into sourcing decisions.

Lead cross-functional projects and provide procurement expertise on strategic transportation initiatives.

Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field.
7+ years of experience in transportation procurement, logistics sourcing, category management, or supply chain.

Demonstrated success leading strategic sourcing initiatives and complex contract negotiations.

Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving capabilities.

Experience managing supplier relationships and influencing cross-functional stakeholders.

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and sourcing or transportation analytics tools like Keelvar, SMC3 and others.

Core Competencies Expert/Mastery Procurement Negotiations Supplier Management Stakeholder Management Financial Literacy Advanced/Proficient Procurement Strategy Customer Intelligence Influencing Skills What's in it for me?

High-impact leadership role where your decisions shape organizational strategy and results

Opportunity to coach talent and lead visible projects across diverse business areas

Collaborative culture committed to sustainability, innovation, and ethical business practices

Career development through exposure to complex procurement challenges and strategic initiatives

Bring your procurement expertise to a team that values your leadership — apply today!

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