Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.
Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands.
Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.
At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!
What We Offer
At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:
Competitive compensation and benefits
Work-life flexibility
Recognition and rewards
Development and career opportunities
A safe and inclusive workplace
Why You Will Love this Job
Position Title:
Global IT Procurement Manager (Mexico)
Incumbent: N/A
Department:
Indirect Procurement
Date Prepared:
10-13-25
Division:
Procurement
Group:
Operations (Corporate)
BASIC FUNCTION
Responsible for optimizing IT spend globally, at a corporate level, for all business units. Accountable for key supplier selection decisions within category, working closely with the IT team. Prepares RFPs and evaluates supplier proposals to determine the best overall solution based upon total cost of ownership. Responsible for contractual negotiations within category. Relies on extensive industry knowledge, experience, and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Responsible for setting performance objectives and strategy within category.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
o Support strategic project execution to achieve best outcomes for IT delivery & cost efficiencies
o Plan and manage the approach to agreement renewals
o Cross-functional RFx development, roll-out, and evaluation; including supplier selection, proposal analysis, and negotiation
o Raise demand management considerations to ensure effective and efficient spending
o Identify contractual needs and establish agreements that accommodate
o Support (and contribute to) internal stakeholder timelines and budgets
RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTS
Supervisory Relationships:
1. Reports to Strategic Sourcing Manager (IT/Telecom)
2. Supervisory responsibility
· Responsible for the quality of the discipline (dotted-line responsibility) for 1 or more IT Buyer (India)
Organization Relationships:
· Reports into Indirect Procurement (Operations) with close partnership of Vendor Management Office (IT)
External Business Relationships:
· Interfaces with all IT/telecom vendors, with respect to any services & products provided to Rehlko.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Business/Technology
Contract Proficiency
Strong understanding of business and legal interpretations of contract T&Cs
Proficient in working with Domestic & International Law
Proven ability to manage complex / sophisticated commercial agreements
Comfortable operating with a high degree of independence on contract negotiations
Collaboration
Understanding potential differing needs between Internal & External customers.
Consistently exceed customer expectations by dealing with internal complexities across multiple business units in a manner invisible to customers
Negotiation
Capable of creating pre-negotiation strategy
Experienced in negotiating/managing IT spend.
Ability to negotiate with varying degrees of leverage, utilize advanced financial techniques, and build market comparable cost analysis.
Skilled in Analysis of cost structures related to marketing products and services
Continuous Improvement
Solution-oriented, takes ownership in the resolution of recurring problems
Skilled in implementing continuous improvement opportunities within the supply base
Actively support change opportunities to maximize personal, departmental, and/or company performance
Interpersonal
Approach
Strong drive for results
Able to operate in a self-directed manner
Able to manage priorities with limited oversight, and drive progress with due urgency where appropriate
Comfortable and effective working through ambiguity
Communication
Articulate departmental vision and goals, creating atmosphere of open communication
Strong presentation and effective communication skills
Ability to simplify complex activities when communicating with C-level leaders and peers
Collaboration
Strong ability to influence relationships
Identify and maintain critical relationships
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, IT or related subject.
Minimum 7 years of professional experience and 5 years of IT purchasing experience
Significant experience leading negotiations and contract management with agencies of all sizes
Experience with managing & delegating responsibilities to offshore IT Buyer resources
Strongly preferred: experience utilizing supplier management and contract management systems (Ariba or similar), SAP, ServiceNow
About Us
Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at https://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are. In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!?"Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.Our Values
Curiosity – Seek, learn, share
Trust – Go farther together
Pace – Focus to go faster
Excellence – Find the win every day
Rehlko Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered fair-to-competitive across many roles, with professional tracks like project management, engineering leadership, and sales often aligning well with market levels. Role and geography differences are acknowledged but compensation is frequently characterized as good or competitive.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive and good value, including medical, dental, vision, mental‑health/EAP resources, and HSA‑compatible options. Cost and coverage are often portrayed as favorable in the U.S.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave provisions are emphasized for both birthing and non‑birthing parents. Additional family supports such as milk‑shipping services reinforce a family‑friendly offering.
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What We Do
Rehlko is a global leader in energy resilience, delivering the solutions critical to sustain and improve life. Formerly, for more than 100 years as Kohler Energy, our teams have excelled, reliably meeting today’s energy needs while planning for tomorrow’s. Now, with a new name and increased focus, we are giving our customers more control over where energy is sourced and where it goes, from industrial applications to your own backyard. Our solutions give people the resilience they need to keep building a brighter future, together. At Rehlko, we innovate relentlessly because we know we don’t just offer energy solutions – we are creating an energy resilient world for a better future. We provide worldwide solutions thanks to our regional locations in NA, EMEA, LATAM, APAC, and India. Learn more about our products: Power Systems North America: https://www.powersystems.rehlko.com Power Systems EMEA: https://www.powersystems.rehlko.com/emea Engines: https://www.engines.rehlko.com Rehlko’s affiliated brands include Kohler Home Energy, Kohler Uninterruptible Power, Curtis Instruments, and Clarke Energy.
