Senior Manager, Global Category (Project Management)

Global Supply Chain

Senior Global Category Manager – Indirect Spend

 

 

Company Overview:

TPI Composites is a global provider of structural composites products, and the largest U.S. based independent manufacturer of composites wind blades to major turbine manufacturers in the United States, Europe, and Asia. It enables many of the industry's leading wind turbine original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), which have historically relied on in-house production, to outsource the manufacturing of some of their wind blades through its global footprint of advanced manufacturing facilities strategically located to serve large and growing wind markets in a cost-effective manner.

 

Job Description

Reporting to the Sr. Director, Global Strategic Sourcing, the Senior Global Category Manager – Indirect Spend is a strategic, hands-on role responsible for actively managing and optimizing TPI's indirect spend categories (~$250M) across all TPI's seven global factories. This individual contributor role will act as leader to a matrix organization focused on driving global standardization, cost savings, operational efficiencies, and strategic supplier relationships across various indirect categories, including Plant Services, Shop Supplies, Maintenance and Repair, Logistics, Travel and Transportation, Professional Services, and more. The Global Category Manager will ensure alignment with TPI's broader business objectives while leading cross-functional collaboration, managing key supplier relationships, and executing sourcing strategies that deliver value. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, data-driven decision-making, and strong relationship management skills to influence stakeholders and drive performance across the entire indirect spend portfolio.

 

Position Summary
Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
 

• Develop and implement global strategies for indirect spend categories (e.g., maintenance and repair, logistics, IT, and other non-production services) to deliver cost savings, enhance supplier performance, and drive operational efficiencies.
• Support, coach and mentor associates in procurement organizations to actively manage sourcing events, supplier negotiations, and contract management activities.
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts for high value and key indirect categories, ensuring that agreements meet TPI's financial, operational, and quality standards. Manage contract renewals, modifications, and performance reviews.
• Drive cost optimization and supplier consolidation initiatives across indirect spend areas by leveraging TPI's global buying power and implementing best practices for supplier selection and negotiation.
• In collaboration with various indirect SME's at the sites, drive innovation and cost reduction initiatives by identifying services, or suppliers that could drive efficiencies and reduce spend.
• Work with Data and Analytics team to develop and monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with key performance indicators (KPIs) related to cost, quality, delivery, and service levels. 
• Advisor and support to site supply chain teams to resolve performance issues and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Evaluate and select suppliers based on strategic needs, cost, quality, and sustainability criteria. Leverage data-driven insights to assess supplier capabilities, performance, and risk management.
• Develop and manage spend visibility reports and dashboards to track and communicate the progress of category strategies, savings, and performance to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and ethical sourcing practices while continuously reviewing market trends, new suppliers, and industry best practices to maintain TPI's competitive edge in indirect spend areas.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to forecast indirect spend needs, manage budgets, and assess new business requirements to ensure sourcing strategies remain agile and aligned with evolving organizational goals.
• Oversee supplier risk management processes, ensuring that risks associated with suppliers are proactively identified, mitigated, and managed, including issues related to sustainability, compliance, and geopolitical concerns.
• Manage the indirect spend portfolio in collaboration with the regional sourcing teams to ensure consistency in strategy implementation and alignment with local business needs.
• Lead cross-functional workshops and training to promote best practices in category management, supplier collaboration, and cost-saving initiatives across the business.

 

Qualifications
 

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing and category management, with a focus on indirect spend categories such as Services, Logistics, MRO, IT, professional services, and more. 
• Strong expertise in developing and executing category strategies that deliver cost savings, enhance supplier performance, and improve operational efficiency across indirect spend areas.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with internal stakeholders to align on and execute category strategies.
• Negotiation expertise with a track record of securing favorable terms, improving cost structures, and enhancing supplier collaboration in the indirect spend categories.
• Analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex spend data, market trends, and supplier performance to inform sourcing decisions and strategy development.
• Deep understanding of supplier relationship management and the ability to build and maintain strategic partnerships with key indirect suppliers.
• Experience with procurement tools and systems, as well as spend analysis platforms, to track and report on category performance and savings.
• Knowledge of market trends and supplier landscapes within indirect categories, with the ability to identify new opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple sourcing initiatives simultaneously, ensuring timely and successful execution.
• A self-starter who can independently manage priorities, drive results, and proactively identify and solve problems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization, from senior leadership to operational teams.

Work location
Scottsdale, Arizona.  (Remote) 
Travel
20%