At Oshkosh, we build, serve and protect people and communities around the world by designing and manufacturing some of the toughest specialty trucks and access equipment. We employ over 18,000 team members all united by a common purpose. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day.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 gathering and manipulating spend and commodity data in support of sourcing strategies and category management. The Category Specialist will develop category research using internal and external data, interpret data and trends and translate into opportunities for value capture. This role may also lead sub-categories.YOUR IMPACT:  These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.<ul><li>Data gathering and manipulation.</li><li>Knowledge of data analytics tools; data analytics in a specific commodity/category.</li><li>Critical thinking skills forming to connect the category data to the business.</li><li>Knowledge of suppliers and supply markets.</li><li>Knowledge of supplier relationships management and engagement.</li><li>Understand supply market trends and how they impact the business.</li><li>Skill for engineering technical drawings understanding, taxonomy and technical grammar.</li><li>Gain an understanding of category the global market place.</li><li>Assist and lead long-term agreement negotiations.</li><li>Identify and communicate supply chain risk.</li><li>Understand and communicate category/commodity prices including total cost of ownership models.</li><li>Support strategic sourcing initiatives, with development understanding of strategic sourcing process.</li><li>Regularly use influencing skills; utilizes project management to lead and coordinate programs from concept through launch and may be participant on council.</li></ul>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree and three (3) or more years of experience in Supply Chain Management or a related field.</li><li>OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.</li></ul>STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS: <ul><li>Purchasing experience within the manufacturing industry.</li><li>Ability to effectively communicate.</li><li>Ability to work in a team environment.</li><li>Strong organizational skills with exceptional follow through and attention to detail.</li><li>Strong time-management and prioritization skills, able to multi-task and prioritize competing requirements and meet deadlines.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where requirements are constantly changing.</li><li>Experience and proficiency with various web-based software applications including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.</li></ul>WORKING CONDITIONS: <div><div>The following represents general working conditions for this office-based role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances. </div><div><ul><li>This role is primarily performed in a professional office environment with standard lighting, ventilation, and temperature-controlled settings. </li><li>Duties are largely sedentary, requiring extended periods of sitting and using a computer and telephone. </li><li>Visual acuity to operate a computer and read documents is required, along with auditory ability to participate in virtual and in-person meetings. </li><li>Occasional movement within the office environment is necessary, including walking short distances, standing, or reaching for files. </li><li>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role. </li></ul></div><div></div></div>Pay Range: $73,200.00 - $117,800.00<div><div><div><div><div><div><div>The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it 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.

Moving the world forward Oshkosh is an industrial technology company of approximately 17,000 team members, that designs and manufactures some of the world&rsquo;s toughest specialty and access equipment under the brands of JLG&reg;, Hinowa, Pierce&reg;, Power Towers, MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh&reg; Defense, McNeilus&reg;, IMT&reg;, Jerr-Dan&reg;, Frontline&trade; Communications, Oshkosh&reg; Airport Products, Oshkosh&reg; AeroTech and Pratt Miller. We make a difference in people&rsquo;s lives by creating mission-critical equipment that serves the everyday hero. Our innovation is people focused and developed by sharing advances across our portfolio of companies. For us, it&rsquo;s about moving the world forward through building, serving and protecting communities. Our purpose: Make a difference in people&rsquo;s lives.

Category Specialist

At Oshkosh, we build, serve and protect people and communities around the world by designing and manufacturing some of the toughest specialty trucks and access equipment. We employ over 18,000 team members all united by a common purpose. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day.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 gathering and manipulating spend and commodity data in support of sourcing strategies and category management. The Category Specialist will develop category research using internal and external data, interpret data and trends and translate into opportunities for value capture. This role may also lead sub-categories.YOUR IMPACT:  These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.<ul><li>Data gathering and manipulation.</li><li>Knowledge of data analytics tools; data analytics in a specific commodity/category.</li><li>Critical thinking skills forming to connect the category data to the business.</li><li>Knowledge of suppliers and supply markets.</li><li>Knowledge of supplier relationships management and engagement.</li><li>Understand supply market trends and how they impact the business.</li><li>Skill for engineering technical drawings understanding, taxonomy and technical grammar.</li><li>Gain an understanding of category the global market place.</li><li>Assist and lead long-term agreement negotiations.</li><li>Identify and communicate supply chain risk.</li><li>Understand and communicate category/commodity prices including total cost of ownership models.</li><li>Support strategic sourcing initiatives, with development understanding of strategic sourcing process.</li><li>Regularly use influencing skills; utilizes project management to lead and coordinate programs from concept through launch and may be participant on council.</li></ul>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree and three (3) or more years of experience in Supply Chain Management or a related field.</li><li>OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.</li></ul>STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS: <ul><li>Purchasing experience within the manufacturing industry.</li><li>Ability to effectively communicate.</li><li>Ability to work in a team environment.</li><li>Strong organizational skills with exceptional follow through and attention to detail.</li><li>Strong time-management and prioritization skills, able to multi-task and prioritize competing requirements and meet deadlines.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where requirements are constantly changing.</li><li>Experience and proficiency with various web-based software applications including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.</li></ul>WORKING CONDITIONS: <div><div>The following represents general working conditions for this office-based role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances. </div><div><ul><li>This role is primarily performed in a professional office environment with standard lighting, ventilation, and temperature-controlled settings. </li><li>Duties are largely sedentary, requiring extended periods of sitting and using a computer and telephone. </li><li>Visual acuity to operate a computer and read documents is required, along with auditory ability to participate in virtual and in-person meetings. </li><li>Occasional movement within the office environment is necessary, including walking short distances, standing, or reaching for files. </li><li>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role. </li></ul></div><div></div></div>Pay Range: $73,200.00 - $117,800.00<div><div><div><div><div><div><div>The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it 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.

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