Category Purchasing Manager

The Category Manager directs and coordinates the procurement activities within the assigned category group(s).The Category Manageris responsible forthe development and execution of thestrategy forthe respective category(ies).The Category Manager ensures that the strategy developed is dynamic and responsive to the market customer supplier and company needs. This individual may have primary responsibility for key supplier relationships anddrivessupplierselectionand contracting role requires robust negotiation skills advanced contract managementexpertise and the ability to build andmaintaineffective vendor Category Manager spearheads scopedevelopment with input from stakeholders analyzes proposals and quotes received and recommends positionis responsible formanaging and delivering strong results that support the goals of the organization and provide significant position may have direct reports.

Description of Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage resources to effectively support one or more category groups (may include people management responsibilities)

• Decide how work is assigned within the category team

• Developsourcing strategies based on in-depth category / industry knowledge

• Advise customers on procurement process and recommend sourcing/contracting solutions

• Advise stakeholders on prioritization of pending requests based on customer requirements

• Able to influence internal customers to achieve mutually beneficial solutions

• Assistinternal customers in drafting scopes of services and requirements as needed.

• Conduct research of potential suppliers develop RFx eventsdevelop and manage contracts conduct price and terms

• Develop trust-based relationships with key partners(ex. Legal EHC) and Business stakeholdersas well as seek new internal customer relationships.

• Drive internal compliance with Procurement policies procedures strategies and guidelines on an ongoing basis.

• Establish and manage key supplier performance goals andobjectivesin partnership with the business

• Maintain continuous in-depth knowledge of market conditions industry trends and developing technologies the assigned category group(s)

• Negotiate agreements that protect the organization and maximize value.

• Negotiate and award purchase orders/contracts

• Participate with leadership toestablishstrategic plans andobjectives.

• Procurement-drivencost savings.

Experience and/or Certifications required

• Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain Management or a related field (If no degree 10 years of experiencerequired)

• 5-10 years of experience in corporate procurement (Indirect preferred) and/or supply chain managementwith 3-5 years in a leadership role

• Procurement experiencewithability to completefinancial analysis contractingandcomplexassessments(TCO ROI NPV)

• Proven negotiating skills with a strong comprehensionofprice/cost analysis

• Proven experience with supplier management contract negotiation and competitive bidding.

• Solid analytical skills with the ability to evaluate market trends and supplier performance.

• Experience in drafting and reviewing contracts with a focus on scope pricing and compliance.

• Proficient negotiation clear communication and solid interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities proficiently.

• Mustpossessthe ability to translate research into preliminary recommendations

• Highly collaborative team-oriented individual with proven ability to build relationships

• Excellent verbal written and interpersonal communication skills

• Strong organization time management and planning skills

• Experience using SAP Ariba solution is a plus

• Excellent PC skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office 365 including Excel PowerPoint and Word

• CPM/CPSM certificationa plus.

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