Category Manager Mid-level

Title - Category Manager – Mid-level

Location : Marlborough, MA 01701

Duration : 12 Months Contract with Possible Extension

Rate : $65.00 / Hour

Work Schedule :  Hybrid | 4 Days Remote Normal business hours and will be required to go onsite once a week (Tuesdays, typically)

Job Description :

The Global Sourcing and Procurement (Client&P) organization is a trusted partner to our myriad of business functions. As a Category Manager, you'll act as a trusted business partner to the assigned category groups, collaborating on the development and execution of sourcing events and negotiation strategies for relevant areas of spend. You will partner with these functions to apply best in class sourcing processes and demonstrate your knowledge of our off-price business model through the guidance you offer during the end-to-end sourcing process.

You are a trusted partner who provides value to your business partners through your sourcing expertise and industry knowledge. You'll be recognized as someone who drives strategy, cost improvement and develops strong relationships across the organization.

Supports Senior Category Managers in the execution of their regional and global sourcing events that are high complexity across all assigned categories including sourcing administration and event support. Leads project execution for assigned events. Uses defined strategic sourcing methodologies, tools, and templates to ensure a fair, open and competitive sourcing process.

• Supports Senior Category Managers in the development of their regional and global sourcing strategies that are high complexity across a broad variety of categories including, but not limited to Loss Prevention, Facilities, Waste, Supply Chain, Fixtures, Construction, Engineering, Supplies, Energy, HR and Marketing. Leads strategy development for assigned events.
• Leads cross-functional teams in the execution of Strategic Sourcing initiatives and the implementation of category strategies.
• Collaborates with Business Partners to drive value for the business while maintaining high quality service standards. Builds trust with key Business Partners to ensure alignment and satisfaction. Responsible for Business Partner relationship management including senior leaders.
• Participates in the development and execution of contracts and ensuring compliance to the company's Approval Authority Schedule and Audit requirements.
• Develops negotiation strategy and conducts negotiations.
• Actively participates in Global Category Management Teams for assigned categories establishing solid partnerships with our Global peers and colleagues.
• Identifies and executes against opportunities for specification alignment, process improvement, and demand management.
• Supports supplier relationship management programs.
• Ensures, in partnership with Global Procurement Operations, a compliant 'Source-to-Pay' process is in place for all eligible Business Partner spend.
• Monitors and reports category-specific savings and performance metrics.
• Collects and actively challenges current product or service requirements; presents new sourcing strategies to drive cost savings; recommends new ways to manage demand through process re-design.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications