About JLG, an Oshkosh company

　　JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world.

　　The Category Specialist role is an intermediate level position within the supply chain category management and new product development functions. This role will support the organization by analyzing, organizing, and improving sourcing processes, with the goal of streamlining operations. Qualified candidates will evaluate existing procurement systems, supplier agreements, logistical arrangements, and workflow systems in search of opportunities for improvement and cost savings. This role is responsible for all aspects of cost management and supplier selection for an assigned set of categories and is expected to participate in and/or lead supplier price negotiations. The Category Specialist is the face of our organization to our supply base and will develop relationships with key suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and continuity of supply.

　　YOUR IMPACT

　　These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

　　Develop and execute strategies for sourcing, supplier management, negotiation, productivity, and supplier relationships.

　　Partner with key business stakeholders to ensure sourced material meets the needs of the business.

　　Collaborate effectively across different organizational levels, sites, functions, businesses, and regions to achieve sourcing goals and objectives.

　　Apply knowledge of data analytics tools; data analytics in a specific commodity/category.

　　Apply critical thinking skills to connect the category data to the business.

　　Demonstrate knowledge of suppliers and supply markets and how they impact the business.

　　Review engineering technical drawings with an understanding of taxonomy and technical grammar.

　　Assist and lead long-term agreement and other commercial negotiations.

　　Identify and communicate supply chain risk and develop mitigation strategies.

　　Understand and communicate category/commodity prices including total cost of ownership models.

　　Support strategic sourcing initiatives, with development and understanding of the sourcing process.

　　Regularly use influencing skills; utilizes project management to lead and coordinate programs from concept through launch and may be participant on cross-functional councils.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

　　Bachelor’s degree and three (3) or more years of experience in Supply Chain Management or a related field.

　　OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

　　Ability to travel 10-20%.

　　STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

　　Purchasing experience within the manufacturing industry.

　　Ability to effectively communicate.

　　Ability to work in a team environment.

　　Strong organizational skills with exceptional follow through and attention to detail.

　　Strong time-management and prioritization skills, able to multi-task and prioritize competing requirements and meet deadlines.

　　Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where requirements are constantly changing.

　　Experience and proficiency with various web-based software applications including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.

　　WHY JLG, AN OSHKOSH COMPANY?

　　Moving the future forward is our priority and this includes your future. We encourage professional development and champion our employees’ success through various skills and training opportunities. Named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies™ by Ethisphere Institute for six consecutive years, everything we do at Oshkosh is guided by our core values and the 15k+ team members around the world who embody them.

　　We put people first. We do the right thing. We persevere. We are better together.

　　Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our reception desk by phone at +1 (920) 502.3009 or our talent acquisition team by email [email protected] .

　　Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

　　Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

　　Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.