Job Description
Title : Category Manager, Raw Materials
Location : Deerfield Beach, FL
Key Responsibilities
- Negotiate contracts with vendors on price, schedule, quality, and terms to support cost-effective procurement.
- Develop and implement purchasing strategies in coordination with internal departments including Purchasing, Operations, Logistics, and R&D.
- Reduce reliance on sole-source suppliers and ensure continuous material availability for production.
- Collaborate with R&D to identify and qualify alternative raw materials and packaging solutions.
- Monitor supplier performance, conduct audits, and drive corrective actions as needed.
- Support budgeting, reporting, and KPI tracking using company systems and tools.
- Assist with vendor setup, specification management, and resolution of payment or quality issues.
- Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, safety rules, and instructions.
- Other duties as assigned.
What’s in it for you
Competitive base salary depending on experience and qualifications.Free or low-cost medical insurance options with minimal employee contributions and zero deductibles.17 days of paid vacation and sick time annually (prorated in year one).401K retirement program with up to 6% company match.Excellent dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, employer-paid life insurance, and free telemedicine services.Additional perks including tuition reimbursement, discounted home / auto insurance programs, supplemental life insurance, and more.Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of relevant industry experience, or a minimum of ten years related experience / training.Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint within a Windows environment; knowledge of ERP systems such as Dynamics AX or Microsoft 365 is a plus.Valid U.S. driver’s license.Ability to travel 10–15%.