8,811 Category Management jobs in the United States

As a Manager - Category Management, you will be responsible for category strategy planning and overseeing execution of supplier growth plans. You will lead the development of customer-centric category plans, working with Sales and Marketing to identify new growth opportunities. You will lead product assortment optimization efforts and new product onboarding. You will manage preferred supplier relationships, providing increased value for both the company and the supplier.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Work cross-functionally to identify first-cost, standard cost, spend, and pricing optimization opportunities: to improve profitability of the category. Accountable for the annual category business planning and strategy execution for the category
+ Conducts supplier contracting for operational and financial terms improvement
+ Supports development of an optimized Product Assortment & Merchandizing strategy
+ Responsible for supplier contracting to improve operational and financial terms
+ Support marketing plan development and execution
+ Effectively communicate key product messaging both internally and externally
+ Conduct product evaluation and comparisons to identify alternates
+ Identify, manage and communicate new product introductions
+ Conduct supplier negotiations to obtain best value
+ Addresses supplier performance management and issue resolution
**Qualifications:**
+ Bachelors Degree - Business, Sales, Marketing or relevant field required; Masters Degree preferred
+ 5 years experience in sales, marketing, product management
+ 5 years of success maintaining and developing key relationships
+ 2 years People management and/or product category management experience
+ Previous experience in electrical distribution market
+ Proven ability to influence cross functional teams
+ Analytical and detail oriented
+ Excellent business and financial acumen
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Division: NGV & Group Directs

Job Type: Full Time

Requisition Number: 66796

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Job Function: Procurement and Contract Management

Here at National Grid, we connect homes and businesses to power, making sure supply and demand match each other. We make sure the lights are on in schools, operating theatres, and sporting arenas; were thousands of people working on behalf of millions of people. And whatever your role, wherever you work with us, youll help us hit stretching targets and achieve our far-reaching goal: to secure, clean energy that supports our world far into the future. Here, you will be at the heart of energy.

At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value, and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organization, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.

Our function covers a diverse range of categories from Indirect, IT & Digital, Network Operations (Maintenance & Repair), Gas equipment and Services to large scale Construction and Network Equipment, with a clear mission: to enable a clean, fair, and affordable energy future through commercial, responsible and innovative supply chain leadership.

Job Purpose

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Category Buyer to join our team on a Full Time, Permanent basis with a Hybrid work schedule! This is a global role working with international suppliers. This opportunity is based at our Hicksville, Long Island NY offices.

The Category Buyer is responsible for strategic procurement operations within the aligned business area. The role will partner with the Category Manager in the delivery of Category strategies, working with the NG business units to share supply chain insight and recommendations, award Contracts from leading strategic sourcing events, lead commercial negotiations, draft contracts, and engage and manage suppliers.

These Category Buyer is accountable for high value, business critical goods and services, engaging at various levels of the organization to ensure delivery of business priorities. We are recruiting for roles across the entire function across the following disciplines: Direct Category Management.

National Grid is leading the charge towards a Net Zero future in the UK and NE of USA. We recognize that decarbonizing our electric and gas systems will require resolving many questions and seeking new partnerships, technologies, and transformative investments. Over the next 5 years, we will be investing over 60bn across our UK and US businesses nearly double the investment over the past 5 years. This is an exciting time for our industry that is creating significant opportunities for National Grid; this is not just a moment in time; it's agame-changing era that will shape National Grid's success for decades to come.

Working to procure equipment and services such as transformers, steel structures, switchgear, cable, civils, or vegetation management (and many others) in support of National Grid Business Units. The variety of roles available include roles within our UK and US business units, as well as roles that procure on behalf of the NG Group.

Given this backdrop, our supply chains are facing an unprecedented set of challenges and are at the forefront of our plans, placing National Grid Procurement at the center of our Net Zero goals. We have set out an ambitious transformation plan, focused on becoming a client of choice for our supply partners whilst ensuring outstanding outcomes for our Business Units (BUs).

Our strategy revolves around significant changes in three core areas:

• Partnering: We are forging closer ties with our supply chain, aligning ourselves more closely with each NG Group Business Unit (BU).
• Scale: We are leveraging the immense scale of our group to unlock even greater potential. By harnessing our collective strength, we can achieve remarkable things.
• Operational Transformation: We are revolutionizing the way we work as a team. Embracing new approaches and technologies, we are streamlining processes and making the day-to-day job simpler and more efficient.

Key Accountabilities

This role will engage and build strong working relationships with stakeholders across the business, within procurement, and externally, to develop commercial strategies, source and contract the goods and services required to meet the business needs.

• Accountable for the development of category strategies, commercial recommendations, and execution of sourcing strategy for allocated categories, executing standardized strategic sourcing processes from market engagement through to award, ensuring goods/services are procured in a best-in-class manner that drives value.
• Deliver multiple strategic sourcing events within your portfolio, working with stakeholders to understand and challenge demand and ensure the best possible commercial solutions for National Grid.
• Support the overall development and delivery of assigned category strategy and share best practice across other category teams.
• Profile category characteristics and research supply markets, suppliers, and assess trends, opportunities, and risks, feeding insights into the Global teams and Market and Supplier Development teams.
• Deliver value by effectively managing tender events for key products required by the business.
• Work with Contract Managers and/or Procurement Program Managers to ensure the successful delivery of contracted activities, identifying continuous improvement category opportunities through engagement with suppliers and stakeholders, and maximizing value for money from contracts awarded.
• Contribute to an effective forward planning process by identifying future requirements of supported areas and ensuring robust forecasting is put in place that maximizes value of goods/services procured.

About You

• Degree or equivalent experience
• Significant experience of strategic sourcing and category management
• Highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, MS Office applications
• An understanding of project management principles and ideally evidence of managing multiple projects and consistently delivering outstanding results.
• Ability to prepare for and lead negotiations.
• Ability to travel to multiple locations across Long Island as needed
• Ability to build and manage complex commercial assessment models.
• Experience of contract development, including the ability to make recommendations and amendments to existing contracts as well as drafting new ones.

$85k - $105k a year

This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144 .

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.

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Here at National Grid, we connect homes and businesses to power, making sure supply and demand match each other. We make sure the lights are on in schools, operating theatres, and sporting arenas; we're thousands of people working on behalf of millions of people. And whatever your role, wherever you work with us, you'll help us hit stretching targets and achieve our far-reaching goal: to secure, clean energy that supports our world far into the future. Here, you will be at the heart of energy.

At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value, and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organization, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.

Our function covers a diverse range of categories from Indirect, IT & Digital, Network Operations (Maintenance & Repair), Gas equipment and Services to large scale Construction and Network Equipment, with a clear mission: to enable a clean, fair, and affordable energy future through commercial, responsible and innovative supply chain leadership.

Job Purpose

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Category Buyer to join our team on a Full Time, Permanent basis with a Hybrid work schedule! This is a global role working with international suppliers. This opportunity is based at our Hicksville, Long Island NY offices.

The Category Buyer is responsible for strategic procurement operations within the aligned business area. The role will partner with the Category Manager in the delivery of Category strategies, working with the NG business units to share supply chain insight and recommendations, award Contracts from leading strategic sourcing events, lead commercial negotiations, draft contracts, and engage and manage suppliers.

These Category Buyer is accountable for high value, business critical goods and services, engaging at various levels of the organization to ensure delivery of business priorities. We are recruiting for roles across the entire function across the following disciplines: Direct Category Management.

National Grid is leading the charge towards a Net Zero future in the UK and NE of USA. We recognize that decarbonizing our electric and gas systems will require resolving many questions and seeking new partnerships, technologies, and transformative investments. Over the next 5 years, we will be investing over 60bn across our UK and US businesses - nearly double the investment over the past 5 years. This is an exciting time for our industry that is creating significant opportunities for National Grid; this is not just a moment in time; it's agame-changing era that will shape National Grid's success for decades to come.

Working to procure equipment and services such as transformers, steel structures, switchgear, cable, civils, or vegetation management (and many others) in support of National Grid Business Units. The variety of roles available include roles within our UK and US business units, as well as roles that procure on behalf of the NG Group.

Given this backdrop, our supply chains are facing an unprecedented set of challenges and are at the forefront of our plans, placing National Grid Procurement at the center of our Net Zero goals. We have set out an ambitious transformation plan, focused on becoming a client of choice for our supply partners whilst ensuring outstanding outcomes for our Business Units (BUs).

Our strategy revolves around significant changes in three core areas:

• Partnering: We are forging closer ties with our supply chain, aligning ourselves more closely with each NG Group Business Unit (BU).
• Scale: We are leveraging the immense scale of our group to unlock even greater potential. By harnessing our collective strength, we can achieve remarkable things.
• Operational Transformation: We are revolutionizing the way we work as a team. Embracing new approaches and technologies, we are streamlining processes and making the day-to-day job simpler and more efficient.

Key Accountabilities

This role will engage and build strong working relationships with stakeholders across the business, within procurement, and externally, to develop commercial strategies, source and contract the goods and services required to meet the business needs.

• Accountable for the development of category strategies, commercial recommendations, and execution of sourcing strategy for allocated categories, executing standardized strategic sourcing processes from market engagement through to award, ensuring goods/services are procured in a best-in-class manner that drives value.
• Deliver multiple strategic sourcing events within your portfolio, working with stakeholders to understand and challenge demand and ensure the best possible commercial solutions for National Grid.
• Support the overall development and delivery of assigned category strategy and share best practice across other category teams.
• Profile category characteristics and research supply markets, suppliers, and assess trends, opportunities, and risks, feeding insights into the Global teams and Market and Supplier Development teams.
• Deliver value by effectively managing tender events for key products required by the business.
• Work with Contract Managers and/or Procurement Program Managers to ensure the successful delivery of contracted activities, identifying continuous improvement category opportunities through engagement with suppliers and stakeholders, and maximizing value for money from contracts awarded.
• Contribute to an effective forward planning process by identifying future requirements of supported areas and ensuring robust forecasting is put in place that maximizes value of goods/services procured.

About You

• Degree or equivalent experience
• Significant experience of strategic sourcing and category management
• Highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, MS Office applications
• An understanding of project management principles and ideally evidence of managing multiple projects and consistently delivering outstanding results.
• Ability to prepare for and lead negotiations.
• Ability to travel to multiple locations across Long Island as needed
• Ability to build and manage complex commercial assessment models.
• Experience of contract development, including the ability to make recommendations and amendments to existing contracts as well as drafting new ones.

Annual Salary

$85,000-$105,000

This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.

Overview
Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.
**If you are a current associate of Primo Brands, please apply via myADP.**
Primo Brands is seeking a **Director, Category Management** to lead and shape/tell the story of Primo Brands and shape the roadmap for category growth and lead our category management team. This person will report to our VP, Customer Channel Sales Development. This is a hybrid role in our Stamford, CT office. Will consider highly qualified candidates to be open to remote in other states.
**Pay Range:** $144,323 - $212,654. This role is eligible for an annual bonus
Responsibilities
**Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:**
-Strategy Development: Drive the development of data-based insights and strategies to grow the Bottled Water Category.
-Customer Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key retail partners to drive business impact (both long term and short term). Leverage data and analytics to pursue category captaincies and drive the end-to-end conversations with the retailer that influence growth across the omni shopper path to purchase.
-Market Analysis: Conduct comprehensive omnichannel market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive insights as needed; leverage data analytics to provide actionable insights. Own and deliver reporting for Primo Brands sales partners.
-Integrated Commercial Planning: Lead the integration of Category strategies to develop aligned business plans that achieve profitable sales results for Primo Brands. Provide direction and support in the sell-in of new items and strategies at retail, including execution of national messaging platforms.
-Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Sales, Insights, Planning, finance, RGM, and marketing teams to ensure cohesive execution of category plans and alignment with business goals.
-Team Leadership: Recruit, develop, and coach a high-performing category management team; foster a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement. Total team size of 8-10.
-Performance Monitoring: Proactively measure both Category and Primo Brands performance and KPIs and metrics to measure category performance; provide regular reports and insights to senior management.
Qualifications
**Key qualifications include:**
-5-7 years of experience in category management within the CPG industry across retail channels. Solid understanding of the retail marketplace including omnichannel.
-3+ years in a managerial role or with experience leading teams.
-Proven track record of business results, captaincies gained/managed, shelf space gained that resulted in business and category growth.
-Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.
-Excellent communication, interpersonal, and communication skills and strong executive presence.
-Track record of influencing cross-functional teams and external partners.
-Leadership experience with a passion for collaboration and for developing talent and building effective teams.
Salary Range Disclaimer:
The salary range provided for this position is an approximation based on market research, internal compensation data and the candidate's qualifications and experience. Final salary offers are determined through a comprehensive evaluation of candidate qualifications and may vary depending on factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location of the position. Other components of the compensation package, including benefits and bonuses, will also be considered. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we encourage open dialogue about compensation during the interview process.

Category Management Consultant
Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we're looking for you. You won't just find a job here; you'll find your career. Review the position below and apply today.
We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.
Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.
At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.
This position does not offer relocation assistance.
**Job Summary**
Successful candidate will at the Innsbook location in Glen Allen, VA.
Dominion Energy is looking for individuals with Supply Chain Category Management experience to identify, plan, and execute strategic sourcing strategies for the Power Delivery Integrated Supply Category. This individual will work with SCM (Supply Chain Management) leadership, finance, supply chain sourcing specialists, and Electric Transmission and Distribution business unit personnel to develop the long-term sourcing strategies that drive value and efficiency. The successful candidate will oversee the performance and relationship management of our Integrated Supplier, ensuring alignment with company goals, service level expectations and continuous improvement initiatives. This individual will be responsible for determining long term needs through category/commodity management, spend data analysis, and collaboration with internal stakeholders. Although this role will not have direct reports, the successful candidates will be responsible for directing and collaborating with peers in the sourcing organization.
This individual's role will include but is not limited to:
+ Setting meaningful category savings targets and deliver savings results by implementing procurement strategies based on TCO analysis and innovation.
+ Perform category management of assigned areas such as MRO items, distribution and transmission materials.
+ Develop, build and present strategic plans and dashboards for assigned spend categories.
+ Develop PowerBI Dashboards for interactive cost management for assigned categories.
+ Frequent Business Unit Executive updates on cost analysis and budget impact strategies.
+ Proactively engage and collaborate with Business Unit customers on strategic business goals, category strategies, initiatives, and budget impact targets.
+ Lead the formulation of category strategies and negotiation of key terms for highly complex sourcing events.
+ Develop and Lead charter initiatives for process improvements and budget impact opportunities.
+ Lead cross-functional, enterprise-wide savings initiatives.
+ Effectively communicate initiative updates and savings targets across the organization.
+ Analyze relevant markets and assess cost impacts of market events for assigned categories.
+ Maintain supplier lists for assigned categories and build partnerships with strategic suppliers.
+ Maintain relationship with supplier senior executives.
+ Travel as needed to meet with Business Unit customers and suppliers (expected travel up to 1 week per month).
+ Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
**Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience**
7+ years related experience.
3+ years of procurement experience in category assignments detailed as above (preferred).
Knowledge, skills, abilities and education required for entry into this job include the following:
+ Strong understanding of business cost drivers.
+ Hands-on understanding of business processes and objectives.
+ Developing knowledge of assigned categories.
+ Excellent project management skills, with ability to resolve problems and to remove barriers to success.
+ Strong analytic toolset that will support the creation of financial targets, detailed analysis of spend data, and structure of TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) models.
+ Strong mentoring skills.
+ Ability to navigate organization and influence decisions.
+ Ability to develop and implement a structured, negotiation strategy.
+ Experience with inventory management.
+ Contract/Supplier management.
**Education Requirements**
Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:
Bachelor
Preferred Disciplines:Business Administration, Supply Chain, Economics
Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.
**Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description**
**Working Conditions**
Office Work Environment 76 -100%
Travel Up to 25%
**Other Working Conditions**
**Test Description**
No Testing Required
**Export Control**
Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.
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We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here
Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.
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**About Dominion Energy**
**I am your warm cup of coffee in the morning and I light your home at night. I am the cool breeze from your A/C on the hottest day in summer, and the red coil that heats your soup pot on a frigid winter's day. I am sustainable, reliable and affordable.**
**I am not just any energy. I am Dominion Energy.**
**We're transforming the way we do business to build a more sustainable future for the planet, our customers, our team and our industry. We're shaping the future of energy in America.**
**Join us!**
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·17,000 employees
·Headquarters: Richmond, VA
·18 states in the US
·$100 billion of assets
·Nearly $35 million in charitable contributions
·100,000+ volunteer hours recorded in the community
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**Dominion Energy is committed to helping address climate change. We have cut emissions sharply as we aim for Net Zero carbon and methane emissions by 2050. Learn more at.**
**Nearest Major Market:** Richmond
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Sabre Corporation is a leading technology provider to the global travel and tourism industry. Headquartered in Southlake, Texas, USA, Sabre operates offices in approximately 60 countries around the world. At Sabre, we make travel happen. Positioned at the center of the business of travel, our platform connects people with experiences that matter in their lives. Today, Sabre is creating a new marketplace for personalized travel. It is our people who develop and deliver powerful solutions that meet the current and future needs or our airline, hotel and travel agency customers. Join our journey!
The Finance team is seeking a detail-oriented, results-driven Principal Category Manager to join their ranks. Reporting directly to the Finance leader, this role collaborates closely with the team to provide strategic category management support. The position will be responsible for providing category management support and ownership of the procurement lifecycle for third party IT vendors.
**Skill requirements**
+ Strong supplier negotiation skills.
+ Leads, plans and executes cross-functional strategic sourcing activities to support timely, cost-effective IT projects. Questions conventional thinking and norms and provides alternatives that can improve outcomes.
+ Gathers, monitors, interprets and leverages market intelligence data to better provide category expertise to BUs to influence sourcing strategies, supplier selections and sourcing decisions - with focus on cost savings and risk mitigation.
+ Performs spend analysis for various categories and identifies sourcing opportunities. Develops and executes plans to capture sourcing opportunities.
+ Conveys category and contractual context and other information in response to queries from internal customers.
+ Drives rationalization/standardization of processes, goods and services throughout the global enterprise. Builds cost/evaluation spreadsheets in Excel to facilitate discussions and decisions.
+ Ensures contractual documents accurately reflect the goods and/or services being sourced with relevant service levels.
+ Demonstrates strong communication (written and verbal), organization, accountability for results, ability to handle multiple priorities at the same time, problem-solving and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with all levels of management and employees.
+ Escalates issues as and when necessary and appropriate to overcome obstacles
+ Builds and maintains strong working relationships with key third party vendors, Procurement Operations, Contract Managers, BU/Stakeholder, Legal, Privacy, Compliance, Risk and Security Teams.
**Education and experience requirements**
+ Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or related discipline preferred.
+ 5-7 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
+ Demonstrated IT category expertise.
+ Knowledge of ERP and Contract Management/Purchasing Systems. (SAP and Coupa preferred).
**Sabre Offers The Following Outstanding Benefits**
+ Very competitive compensation
+ Generous Paid Time Off (25 PTO days)
+ 4 days (one day/quarter) Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
+ 5 days off annually for Year-End Break
+ We offer a comprehensive medical, dental and Wellness Program
+ 12 weeks paid parental leave
+ An infrastructure that allows flexible working arrangements
+ Formal and informal reward, recognition and acknowledgement programs
+ Lots of fun and engaging employee development events
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At Nestlé USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives.
Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.
_This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship._
A Procurement Analyst is a specialized professional who operates at the intersection of supply chain management and financial analysis. This position has a critical role in optimizing procurement activities by evaluating suppliers, analyzing cost structures, and assessing the overall value obtained from procurement endeavors. This role is crucial for supporting the use of digital tools and development of robust procurement strategies, key performance indicator (KPI), dashboards, enabling the organization to take decisions that drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness in acquiring goods and services.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Conducting detailed spend analysis to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost savings.
+ Support category strategy development through market research, benchmarking, and supplier evaluations.
+ Maintain and enhance supplier performance scorecards and dashboards using tools like Power BI and Excel.
+ Monitoring market and industry trends to anticipate price changes and supply chain disruptions.
+ Track and report Category KPIs such as savings, payment terms, eAuction spend and other value delivery metrics.
+ Collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand their procurement needs and requirements
+ Utilizing procurement software and tools to streamline purchasing processes and data analysis
+ Preparing and presenting reports on procurement metrics and progress to management
+ Recommending process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness in procurement operations
+ Update, maintain and facilitate the category Monthly Operation Review (MOR) and Operational Master Plan (OMP) sessions.
+ Prepare quarterly newsletters and industry insights to keep stakeholders informed of market trends, procurement initiatives and key category highlights.
REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL
+ Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Finance or a related field
EXPERIENCE:
+ Minimum 3 years of experience in the Data Analysis, Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations or Procurement
+ Experience in SAP, Power BI and other advanced data analytics tools preferred
+ Experience in Microsoft; Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required
SKILLS:
+ Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers
+ Problem solving skills to effectively address complex issues that arise in a category, with suppliers and Nestle factories
+ Strong analytical abilities for data analysis and cost savings evaluations
+ Excel in data analysis and data interpretation
+ Ability to work on multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
**#procurement2025**
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As a Category Management Manager (Operations), you will be responsible for supporting category strategy planning and supplier initiatives by collaborating with Category Management and Supplier Relations to identify new opportunities. Contribute to product assortment optimization efforts and facilitate the onboarding of new suppliers and products . Assist in managing supplier reporting and preferred supplier initiatives, providing increased value for both the company and the supplier. Work cross-functionally to identify optimization opportunities to improve profitability of all stakeholders . Support the development of new tools, reporting and processes to help drive efficiencies for Category Management and Supplier Relations, while contributing to broader Supply Chain initiatives.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Supports the development of annual category business plans and strategy execution for the category and suppliers
+ Aids with the development of an optimized Product Assortment & Merchandizing strategy
+ Contributes to supplier contracting initiatives to improve operational and financial terms
+ Effectively communicates key category and supplier messaging both internally and externally
+ Assist in managing and communicating new product and supplier introductions
+ Develops reports and tools to enable supplier performance management and issue resolution
+ Helps with the development of new processes, reporting and tools for Category Management and Supplier Relations.
+ Manages and supports ad-hoc requests from Supply Chain
**Qualifications:**
+ Bachelors Degree - Business, Sales, Marketing or relevant field required; Masters Degree preferred
+ 5 years experience in sales, marketing, product management
+ 5 years of success maintaining and developing key relationships
+ 2 years People management and/or product category management experience
+ Previous experience in electrical distribution market
+ Proven ability to influence cross functional teams
+ Analytical and detail oriented
+ Excellent business and financial acumen
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As a Category Management Manager (Operations), you will be responsible for supporting category strategy planning and supplier initiatives by collaborating with Category Management and Supplier Relations to identify new opportunities. Contribute to product assortment optimization efforts and facilitate the onboarding of new suppliers and products . Assist in managing supplier reporting and preferred supplier initiatives, providing increased value for both the company and the supplier. Work cross-functionally to identify optimization opportunities to improve profitability of all stakeholders . Support the development of new tools, reporting and processes to help drive efficiencies for Category Management and Supplier Relations, while contributing to broader Supply Chain initiatives.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Supports the development of annual category business plans and strategy execution for the category and suppliers
+ Aids with the development of an optimized Product Assortment & Merchandizing strategy
+ Contributes to supplier contracting initiatives to improve operational and financial terms
+ Effectively communicates key category and supplier messaging both internally and externally
+ Assist in managing and communicating new product and supplier introductions
+ Develops reports and tools to enable supplier performance management and issue resolution
+ Helps with the development of new processes, reporting and tools for Category Management and Supplier Relations.
+ Manages and supports ad-hoc requests from Supply Chain
**Qualifications:**
+ Bachelors Degree - Business, Sales, Marketing or relevant field required; Masters Degree preferred
+ 5 years experience in sales, marketing, product management
+ 5 years of success maintaining and developing key relationships
+ 2 years People management and/or product category management experience
+ Previous experience in electrical distribution market
+ Proven ability to influence cross functional teams
+ Analytical and detail oriented
+ Excellent business and financial acumen
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