Job Description
Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For additional information about Solenis , please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media. We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Regional Category Leader – Customer Equipment to lead and optimize our regional (North America) equipment category for customer installations and service delivery. You will be instrumental in shaping and executing category strategy, driving value creation, and enabling competitive advantage across our global footprint. You will bring strong leadership, deep knowledge of procurement in a customer-facing industrial context, and a proven track record in managing complex categories across geographies. Key Responsibilities Category Strategy & Leadership Develop and implement a comprehensive regional category strategy in conjunction with the global strategy for customer equipment that aligns with corporate goals and supports growth. Lead regional strategy development, including segmentation, total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, market intelligence, and supplier landscape assessment. Take responsibility for driving measurable category KPIs, ensuring performance tracking and continuous improvement. Supplier Management & Commercial Excellence Build and maintain strategic partnerships w
