Category Manager - Indirect

Job Description

Job Description

Category Manager – MRO & Indirect Procurement (Contract)

Downtown Houston, TX – Onsite, 5 days / week

Overview

Our client, a global organization in the petrochemical sector, is seeking a Category Manager to support the MRO and Indirect Procurement function during a critical transition period. This role will help bridge operational gaps, lead sourcing strategy, and support ongoing SAP integration activities. The ideal candidate is a hands-on strategic sourcing professional with the ability to operate tactically while driving measurable results across cost, performance, and supplier engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies for MRO, capital projects, and indirect spend, aligning with global procurement goals.
• Partner closely with operations, engineering, and finance to identify and implement cost savings, process improvements, and supplier innovations.
• Lead sourcing initiatives from RFx through contract execution, negotiating favorable terms and ensuring supply continuity.
• Serve as a key participant in SAP user acceptance testing (UAT) and ERP system integration (currently SAP, KimPac, and IFS).
• Create and process purchase orders as needed, ensuring compliance and transactional accuracy.
• Manage supplier relationships, evaluate vendor performance, and mitigate risk through data-driven decision-making.
• Support active projects such as industrial gases, landscaping, and capital improvements, ensuring continuity as existing team members transition.
• Contribute to cross-functional collaboration across corporate and plant sites

Qualifications

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