VulcanForms
Global Category Manager - Indirect & Subcontractor Operations
$113K–$156K
Devens, MA · On-site · Manager · Full-time · Posted Jun 10, 2026
- Experience
- 6+ years of progressive procurement or supply chain experience, with at least 4 years managing indirect or subcontractor categories.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field preferred.
About the job
Owns sourcing strategy, supplier relationships, and commercial frameworks for indirect spending and subcontracted services, including replenishment of production spares and consumables.
What you'll do
- Develop category strategies, lead sourcing and negotiations, and manage supplier performance and continuity risks.
- Build cost models, track savings, and report category health and progress to leadership.
- Partner with business functions to align procurement strategies and policies with priorities and budgets.
What they ask for
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 6+ years of progressive procurement or supply chain experience, including at least 4 years managing indirect or subcontractor categories.
- Experience developing and executing multi-year strategies across complex, cross-functional indirect spend portfolios.
- Experience leading high-value commercial negotiations with professional services, IT, or MRO suppliers.
Nice to have
- MBA or advanced degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
- Experience in high-growth manufacturing, defense, or advanced technology; ERP or spend analytics familiarity; procurement certifications; or ITAR/government-contract supply chain exposure.
Pay
$113,000 to $156,000 USD annual base salary
Tools
ERP systems (Epicor, SAP, or similar)
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