Global Category Manager - Indirects Job at Cogs, Bay City, MI

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  • Cogs
  • Bay City, MI

Job Description

About COGS' Client:

Cogs is working with a well-established, internationally recognised industrial manufacturer with a strong presence across Europe and globally. The business operates in a technically complex environment, supporting a wide range of production and engineering functions across multiple sites. Purchasing is a strategically important function, closely aligned with operations and senior leadership. The organisation offers a high level of visibility, responsibility, and the opportunity to contribute directly to ongoing transformation and performance improvement across key indirect spend areas. This is a role suited to individuals who want to be part of a forward-looking, well-structured business where procurement has genuine influence.

This opportunity is Hybrid (3 days a week in office) and based in Bay City, MI.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead strategic procurement activities across indirect categories including Capex, MRO, Facilities, and Spare Parts, aligning with global supply chain objectives.
  • Build and maintain strong, influential relationships with internal stakeholders across engineering, maintenance, operations, and senior leadership.
  • Drive procurement best practices by applying industry-leading sourcing strategies, contract management, supplier performance frameworks, and cost-optimization initiatives.
  • Act as a visible and active presence on the shop floor – putting on boots, engaging directly with operational teams, and gaining first-hand insight into facility needs.
  • Deliver commercial value while ensuring procurement initiatives support broader business goals including sustainability, risk mitigation, and innovation.
  • Mentor and influence cross-functional teams, demonstrating energy, charisma, and a collaborative mindset to inspire change and continuous improvement.

This opportunity can offer you:

  • Opportunity to join a thriving industry leader
  • Hybrid working with some business travel
  • Hugely impactful role with mandate to drive change
  • Work cross-functionally and internationally in global company
  • The chance to bring your expertise to a new industry

Job Tags

Contract work, 3 days per week,

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