Job Information
International Category Manager-After Market in Lisle, Illinois
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 designed for a procurement professional who is 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. This collaborative environment provides a front‑row seat to how complex decisions are made and executed across International Motors.
In the Aftermarket Procurement space, you’ll manage an estimated $200M in spend, supporting categories such as body components and cab‑in‑white. You’ll be trusted with significant responsibility and the opportunity to make a measurable impact on cost, quality, and supplier performance.
Strong performance in this role 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.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of purchasing/procurement experience
At least 1 years of lead experience
OR
Master's degree and at least 3 years of purchasing/procurement experience
At least 1 years of lead experience
OR
At least 8 years of purchasing/procurement experience
At least 1 years 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. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)
Desired Skills
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Clear, confident written, verbal, and presentation communication
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across teams
Solid project management and organizational skills
High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Experience working in a large, cross‑functional organization
Background in purchasing, engineering, manufacturing, or quality
Understanding of manufacturing processes and key cost drivers
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications (preferred)
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 https://careers.international.com/#benefits.The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidates' applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.
Salary Minimum: USD $101,600.00/Yr.
Salary Maximum: USD $152,400.00/Yr.
Company Overview
About TRATONWith its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP (https://traton.com/) and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.
About InternationalFrom a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit International.com.
*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.
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.
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