Global Category Manager, Production Operations (Hybrid)

Job overview

The Global Category Manager, Production Operations works in a hybrid arrangement at the company location closest to the selected candidate’s residence; Spartanburg, SC is one listed location. Compensation is $120,000–$150,000 per year. The role supports BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions’ global production operations and sourcing objectives. The manager leads category strategy and procurement for production operations categories, including equipment, machinery, tools, spare parts, technical components, process materials, and industrial vehicles. The role strengthens supplier performance and supply security while supporting safe, reliable, and efficient operations and the company’s financial objectives.

What you'll do

• Develop and improve global category strategies
• analyze markets and risks
• lead supplier selection, complex projects, competitive tenders, and contract negotiations
• manage supplier relationships, performance reviews, KPIs, and governance
• coordinate cross-site initiatives
• coach procurement teams
• use SAP and other procurement systems
• manage assigned production operations categories
• support CAPEX procurement through specification review, total cost of ownership analysis, supplier risk assessment, negotiations, and project execution.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

global category manager

production operations

strategic sourcing

capex procurement

supplier management

contract negotiation

production equipment

spare parts

hybrid

spartanburg sc

basf ecms

$120k–$150k annually

medical and dental

retirement benefits

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Flexible work arrangements, retirement benefits with company contributions, medical and dental plan options, disability and life insurance, wellness programs, maternity/paternity leave, infertility and adoption reimbursement, mentoring and development programs, employee discounts, and pet insurance.

Why this role

Hybrid role advertised across multiple locations; the selected candidate is assigned to the company location closest to their residence and must attend onsite.

About the employer

ECMS - BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions Division is hiring for this role. Industry: Battery Manufacturing. Sector: 33.