Manager, Global Category (Project Management)

Global Category Manager – Indirect Spend (Plant Services and Supplies)

 

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 Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented supply chain professional to lead strategic sourcing initiatives across Plant Services, Professional Services, Production Supplies, PPE, Office Supplies, and more. This role is responsible for optimizing procurement strategies, driving cost savings, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the availability and quality of services and supplies to support operational objectives. 

Reporting to Sr. Global Category Manager, this role requires a blend of strong data analytics skills, detailed project management, and strong relationship management skills to influence stakeholders and drive performance across the indirect spend portfolio.

 

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

 

• Strategic Sourcing & Procurement:
• Cost Management:
• Supplier Selection & Relationship Management:
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for Plant Services, Professional Services, Production Supplies, PPE, Office Supplies, and similar service and suppliers under responsibility. 
• Conduct market and supplier analysis to identify sourcing opportunities and leverage competitive intelligence.
• Manage RFI/RFP/RFQ processes and vendor negotiations to ensure cost-effective sourcing with focus on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) while meeting quality, performance requirements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through supplier consolidation, contract optimization, and value engineering initiatives.
• Analyze total cost of ownership (TCO) for product and services under responsibility 
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, ensuring that agreements meet TPI's financial, operational, and quality standards. Manage contract renewals, modifications, and performance reviews.
• Develop and track key procurement metrics (e.g., cost savings, supplier performance, compliance).
• Evaluate and qualify new suppliers based on financial health, compliance, technical capability, and strategic alignment.
• Establish and maintain strong partnerships with key suppliers, ensuring performance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.
• Resolve supply issues and enforce contractual terms and obligations
• Work closely with Maintenance, EHS, HR, Finance and Administrative teams to align sourcing strategies with project and business needs.
• Lead project planning and management with necessary details and timely decision making and escalations
• Act as a subject matter expert for procurement processes and systems.

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, business, or related field.  
• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement, with a strong focus on Plant Services, Professional Services, Production Supplies, PPE, and Office Supplies.
• Strong expertise in developing and executing comprehensive supply chain strategies that deliver cost savings and improve operational efficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on and execute category strategies.
• Negotiation expertise with a track record of securing favorable terms. 
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced global environment, ensuring successful execution.
• 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.
• 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.
• Knowledge of ESG, diversity sourcing, and risk management frameworks.
• Procurement certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) are a plus.

 

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