Job Details

Position Summary:

• Serve as the primary contact for business operations and stakeholders.
• ct as a trusted advisor to internal teams and external customers.
• Lead and mentor other Category Managers.
• Manage supplier negotiations, contracts, and long-term relationships.
• Support operations with seamless procurement and supply chain solutions.
• Drive strategic sourcing and category management initiatives.
• nalyze supplier performance, pricing, contracts, and market trends.
• Develop and execute long-term category strategies.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and contract requirements.
• Lead technology implementations within Procurement.
• Manage supplier reviews, negotiations, corrective actions, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and updates for leadership.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent work experience).
• 5+ years in a senior or lead role in category/commodity management (services, software, manufacturing, or MRO with indirect spend).
• Strong knowledge of purchasing, procurement, and supply chain best practices.
• Experience with category management and strategic sourcing methodology.
• Proficiency in ERP systems.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.

• Certifications: CPM, CPSM, APICS.
• dvanced computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, data analysis tools).
• Experience leading supplier QBRs, negotiations, and corrective actions.