Category Manager
Category Manager
Salary Range: $100,000 - $110,000 plus bonus
Hybrid Role: Philadelphia, PA or Baltimore, MD (3x a week onsite)
Step into the pivotal role of Category Manager for a leading firm in the Utilities sector based in Philadelphia, PA. This permanent position is ideal for someone with a robust background in Indirect Procurement, looking to leverage their expertise in strategic sourcing across various business units. The chosen candidate will play a crucial role in driving business value, managing costs, and mitigating risks while upholding strong supplier relations and supporting emergency response activities. This position will focus on the Real Estate & Facilities Categories. It is worth noting that there are multiple headcounts available focusing in other categories. This is an opportunity to join a stable organization with great opportunity for growth.
Primary Duties:
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies, leading key initiatives and managing category purchases.
- Serve as the primary contact for systemic supplier or customer issues, developing strong supplier-end customer relationships.
- Lead negotiations on commercial and legal terms to optimize risk management and value creation.
- Provide oversight on cybersecurity measures, vendor governance, and risk analysis within procurement categories.
- Direct contract administrators, procurement specialists, ensuring adherence to sourcing best practices and market trends awareness.
Qualifications:
- 4-7 Years of Category Management experience
- Bachelors Degree
- Demonstrated project management, change management skills, and data analysis capabilities.
- Strong negotiation skills and conflict management experience are essential.
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