Manager, Category Management

Date:
Jul 21, 2026

Location:

Fort Worth, TX, US

Functional Area
:
Supply Chain Management (SCM)

Career Stream
:
Purchasing ()

Role
:
Manager 2

Job Title
:
Manager, Supply Chain Purchasing 2

Job Code
: MG2-SCM-PUR

Job Level
:
Level 10

Direct/Indirect Indicator
:
Indirect

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Manage one to two indirect categories, representing approximately $50M of spend.
• Develop and execute strategic category plans (40% strategic planning, 60% hands‑on execution).
• Drive savings initiatives and optimize spend under management.
• Improve procurement cycle times for assigned categories.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful adoption of indirect procurement processes.
• Travel globally approximately 10% of the time.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a global, fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to drive results and influence stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Ivalua is a plus.

• 3-5 years of specific experience in category management.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (Commerce, Engineering), or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Educational requirements may vary by geography.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated.

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