Category Manager

• Develop and execute category and sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Analyze spend, market conditions, supplier capabilities, and cost drivers to identify opportunities for value creation and risk reduction.
• Lead supplier sourcing activities, including supplier qualification, RFx processes, proposal evaluation, negotiations, and implementation.
• Negotiate commercial agreements while balancing cost, quality, delivery, risk, and operational requirements.
• Manage supplier relationships, business reviews, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Stay current on market trends, emerging technologies, and industry best practices within assigned categories.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, Finance, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of experience in procurement, category management, supply chain, operations, engineering, manufacturing, or a related field.
• Experience managing procurement categories within a manufacturing environment, including direct materials, indirect spend, manufacturing inputs, or services.
• Strong commercial, analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate effectively across functions and organizational levels.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and demonstrated aptitude for leveraging data analytics, automation, and AI-enabled solutions.

Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and leveraging data analytics to drive procurement efficiency. Proficient in negotiation and stakeholder influence within a manufacturing environment.

• Category Management
• Supplier Sourcing
• Negotiation Skills
• Data Analytics
• Procurement Experience

• Procurement
• Category Management
• Spend Analysis
• Supplier Qualification
• Cost Analysis
• Risk Management
• Commercial Agreements
• Performance Improvement
• Manufacturing Inputs
• Direct Materials

• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Influencing Stakeholders
• Collaboration
• Communication

• Supply Chain
• Operations Management
• Manufacturing Environment
• Indirect Spend
• Market Trends

• Microsoft Office
• Data Analytics Tools
• Automation Solutions
• AI-Enabled Solutions