Category Specialist

Job Description:Category SpecialistJob Purpose:To create competitive advantage by analyzing data and reporting KPI´s to the AWP Strategic Sourcing Organization and key business stakeholders, as well as developing, maintaining and continuously improving systems solutions / software platforms. The role will support the implementation of the Execute to Win and Strategic Sourcing strategies, utilizing global data from multiple systems. This role will be critical in developing the Strategic Sourcing Organization by establishing, continuously improving and maintaining data, systems and process capabilities.Key Responsibilities:Including, but not limited to:- Providing analytics and data management support to the Sourcing Category Management teams for the allotted category, including industry research and supply continuity efforts.- Liaise with Terex Business Units to ensure accuracy of information relating to Supplier management - pricing, incoterms, payment terms, usage, forecast and supplier data.- Identification and recommendation of opportunities and process improvements throughout the sourcing lifecycle.- Contributing to the design architecture and ongoing development and improvement of Sourcing tools and software solutions.- Partner with other Terex teams to ensure analytics is being properly deployed to facilitate:- Price variance reporting and follow up-- Supplier value management-- Contract lifecycle management-- Implementation activities-- Supplier and internal opportunity identification-- Informed sourcing decisions-- Negotiations preparation including RFI/RFQ/RFP activity-- Maintenance of a central repository for Supply Chain documentation, ensuring all documentation is maintained and organized in line with the appropriate storage and naming conventions.- Work with the Director, Strategic Sourcing Program to define and document sourcing processes for the Strategic Sourcing group, aligned with the Terex sourcing methodology.- Assist with monitoring and reporting of Key Performance Indicators and Scorecards.- Other reasonable duties or project work as requested by the Director, Strategic Sourcing ProgramEducation / qualifications:- Education: University degree in a relevant field such as business administration, supply chain, information systems**Experience**:- 2-3 years in prior analytics role and/or database management/ Information systems- Proven experience within a commercially focused environmentEssential skills:- Strong analytics skills with proven experience in data analysis and research- Knowledge of data quality measurements methodology and reporting tools- Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access)- Ability to identify problems and provide effective solutions- Financial awareness and ability to assess the commercial viability of data analysis and research- Highly organized, self-managing and capable of managing a large workload and competing priorities- Fluency in English, both written and spoken- Integrity and Trust- Superior attention to detailIf you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.Terex Overview:At Terex, we fully embrace the increasingly diverse world around us and strive to create an empowering and welcoming workplace culture. We are a $4.0 billion publicly traded global manufacturer of materials processing and aerial work platform products and services. We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact.While our operations are global, each office or factory is a close-knit community. We value diversity, equity and inclusion, safety, integrity, respect, servant leadership, courage, citizenship, and continuous improvement. It's an exciting time to be part of the expanding manufacturing sector - come join usAdditional Information:We see inclusion as a key to our success and are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions, ensuring equity within our workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.Terex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.