Category Manager- Logistics - Military veterans preferred

Advanced Drainage Systems

EEO Statement:

Advanced Drainage Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


Category Manager- Logistics

US-OH-Hilliard

Job ID: 2025-19747
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Purchasing
Mill Run

Overview

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a Logistics Category Manager to join our team! In this role, you will lead strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives for ADS’s logistics spend—including freight, fuel, trailers, and yard sprayers—ensuring cost-effective, timely, and high-quality delivery of services and materials. You will collaborate across departments and with external vendors to drive excellence in contract management, vendor performance, and procurement strategy. If you are passionate about supply chain optimization and strategic sourcing, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives including market analysis, benchmarking, and supplier performance improvement.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies that minimize risk and meet cost, schedule, and quality goals.
• Manage commercial negotiations and collaborate with legal to finalize vendor contracts.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams to align procurement strategies with project needs.
• Implement best practices in contracting and procurement across logistics categories.
• Identify and qualify new suppliers; manage strategic supplier relationships and performance.
• Coordinate with project teams, vendors, and leadership to ensure timely and complete deliveries.
• Monitor compliance with contract terms and delivery standards.
• Ensure procurement operations align with company policies and sourcing strategies.
• Abilty to travel up to 20%

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in purchasing within a heavy manufacturing or logistics environment.
• Proven success in executing procurement strategies and managing logistics projects.
• Experience negotiating complex contracts across technical, commercial, and legal domains.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong strategic sourcing and contract management capabilities.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills across all organizational levels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Oracle ERP, and Power BI.
• Demonstrated success in driving cost savings and supplier performance improvements.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

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EEO Statement

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO StatementADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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