Procurement Category Manager Logistics

Procurement Category Manager
- Logistics

• Full-time
• Salary Range: 88,.00
• Job Type (exemption status):
  Exempt position
  - Please see related compensation & benefits details below
• Business Function:
  Strategic Sourcing

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

We are looking for a highly motivated Procurement Category Manager to lead sourcing and supplier strategy across key logistics categories, including Ground Transportation, Warehousing, and Customs-related services.

In this role, you will manage an annual spend of approximately $6M and play a critical role in optimizing cost, service, and risk across our logistics network. Success in this role requires a highly collaborative approach, with the ability to build strong, trust-based relationships across stakeholders and suppliers in a fast-paced, global environment.

• Own and lead the category strategy for assigned Logistics categories (Ground Transportation, Customs-related service and Warehousing), including sourcing strategy development, execution, and ongoing optimization in alignment with business objectives, while supporting other logistics scopes as needed.
• Plan, lead, and execute end-to-end sourcing activities for the assigned categories, including RFx development, supplier engagement, bid analysis, negotiations, and award recommendations using eSourcing tools (e.g. Keelvar)
• Analyze spend data, business requirements, and external market conditions to define sourcing strategies, identify savings and value opportunities, and mitigate supply and service risks within the assigned scope.
• Own supplier performance and category KPIs and drive continuous improvement across the supply base.
• Lead commercial contract negotiations within approved frameworks in close collaboration with the Legal team.
• Act as the primary procurement point of contact for internal stakeholders for the assigned categories.
• Partner closely with Logistics Operations, Accounts Payable, Legal, and other cross-functional teams to ensure effective execution and compliance.
• Lead supplier relationship management including supplier selection, qualification, governance, and performance management.
• Prepare and lead quarterly and bi-annual business reviews and supplier scorecards.
• Manage ad-hoc initiatives such as spot sourcing, exception handling, and urgent operational needs.
• Track and communicate category performance, risks, and market developments to management.
• Identify and implement process improvements within category sourcing and execution.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• 3–5 years of experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Logistics-related roles.
• Experience leading RFx events and supplier negotiations for Logistics services.
• Experience using eSourcing tools preferred.

• Ability to manage a defined category end-to-end with limited guidance, demonstrating increasing independence.
• Solid negotiation and analytical skills for logistics procurement.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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