Procurement Category Manager

Job Title

Procurement Category Manager

Prologis is a global leader in logistics real estate with a portfolio of 1.3 billion square feet and an annual throughput of approximately $3.2 trillion. We provide intelligent infrastructure that powers global commerce and supports sustainable business growth.

Location:

Denver, Colorado

Employment Type:

Full time Travel: approximately 10–20% (domestic and international)

• Develop and maintain deep expertise across assigned categories including Roofing, Steel Joist & Deck, HVAC, Lighting, Paint and Dock Doors/Equipment.
• Identify and execute opportunities for sustained competitive advantage through long‑term category strategies, structured commercial agreements, and value‑driven supplier partnerships.
• Monitor and analyze marketplace trends impacting assigned categories, including cost drivers, supplier financial health, supply chain risk, currency impacts, sustainability requirements, and emerging technologies.
• Translate insights into proactive category actions and risk mitigation plans.
• Own and execute end‑to‑end category strategies: lead strategic sourcing events, align initiatives to long‑term objectives, govern implementation and adoption, measure performance, and drive continuous improvement across cost, service, risk, and value.
• Design, implement, and continuously enhance buying programs and preferred supplier frameworks to aggregate purchasing power, standardize materials and suppliers, improve service levels, increase compliance, and strengthen accountability.
• Lead the development and expansion of Prologis’s TIMR materials program, structuring preferred supplier programs, establishing pricing frameworks, and implementing governance and performance tracking mechanisms.
• Serve as the primary point of accountability for assigned categories by partnering with internal and external stakeholders to define requirements, influence demand and standards, manage expectations, and foster collaborative, performance‑driven supplier relationships.
• Promote disciplined spend management, operational excellence, and cross‑functional collaboration to enhance the broader procurement function.

• 5+ years of progressive experience in procurement and category management.
• Background in category strategy development, strategic sourcing for construction materials, supplier selection and negotiation, contracting, and supplier performance management.
• Strong understanding of category management principles and ability to analyze spend and market data.
• Proven track record of delivering sustained value through cost optimization, risk mitigation, supplier performance improvement, and service‑level enhancement.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and data‑driven decision‑making skills.
• Integrity and ability to build trust by modeling company values, policies, and ethical standards.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience leading process improvement and standardization initiatives; familiarity with Lean or continuous improvement methodologies preferred.
• Results‑oriented, multi‑priorities management, and ability to drive initiatives from strategy to execution and performance management.
• Ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively within a cross‑functional, team‑oriented environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business Management.
• Experience in General Contractor (GC) sourcing.
• Demonstrated willingness and capability to leverage emerging technology, automation and AI tools.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of 50% up to 12% of eligible compensation.
• Generous paid time off with a starting accrual of 22 days per year, paid holidays, and volunteer time.
• Additional wellness, financial, and lifestyle‑specific benefits.

Salary range: $109,000 – $161,000, plus bonus target, plus other compensation based on location, education, experience, and market data.

Prologis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or protected veteran status.