Senior Category Manager

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: Vertiv is seeking a Senior Category Manager to drive category strategy execution, delivering total cost optimization, supply continuity, and operational excellence. This role works cross-functionally with Marketing, Engineering, Operations, and strategic suppliers to lead complex sourcing initiatives, manage critical supplier relationships, and produce measurable financial and operational results, while advancing procurement integration and continuous improvement efforts. RESPONSIBILITIES: Category Strategy & Cross-Functional Leadership: - Develop, communicate, and refine category strategies in collaboration with Marketing, Engineering, Materials Management, Regional Operations, and key suppliers. - Build strong cross-functional relationships to align sourcing strategies with business and product priorities. - Lead strategic and tactical sourcing initiatives to support growth, innovation, and cost competitiveness. - Act as the primary interface between Vertiv’s category management organization, key stakeholders, and local purchasing teams to ensure consistent execution of category strategies for Direct and Indirect (including CapEx) categories. Supplier & Commerci...