Category manager Jobs in Downey, CA

Why Turtle?

At Turtle, we’re redefining what it means to be an industry leader in electrical distribution, and we want you to be part of our exciting journey! For over 100 years, we’ve built a reputation for innovation, excellence, and exceptional customer service—and we’re just getting started. We are a diverse, passionate team spread across the US, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico, committed to growth, learning, and creating opportunities for each other. At Turtle, every day is a chance to make a real difference, solve complex challenges, and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We believe in fostering an environment that inspires collaboration and sparks creativity, where employees are empowered to contribute to our mission and shape the future of the industry. If you're looking for a fast-paced, dynamic career where your ideas are valued and your growth is prioritized, Turtle is the place for you. Join us and be a part of a company that’s making waves and empowering its people to do extraordinary things every single day!

About the Role

The Maintenance, Repair, and Operations Category Manager - (MRO) will manage national and/or regional MRO categories and sub-categories. Identify and engage with internal stakeholders to capture category/commodity requirements, enhance data, and ensure supplier qualification and compliance. Responsible for developing & executing detailed category strategy. Conduct or support contract negotiations and supplier selection. Responsible for delivering category productivity through price, rebates, value analysis (VA) or continuous improvement projects. Support Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) strategy and quarterly supplier reviews for all strategic suppliers within categories. Adept at providing subject matter expertise through direct experience and/or vendor collaboration.

What You'll Do

• STRATEGY: Implement and execute the Category Management and SRM strategies to successfully manage all assigned THIS spend groups.
• RESPONSIBILITIES:Supports site buying activities through the development and implementation of sourcing agreements and commodity insight that provides measurable targets aligned to business and site requirements. In establishing agreements, the Category Manager is responsible for managing the bid and award processes including identification of and negotiation with suppliers; establish economic order quantities; evaluate market trends and economics; and effectively communicate agreements with internal and external for establishing and maintaining a capable, value driven supply base for required categories. Must control costs of sourced materials through use of negotiations and agreements, market tests, bulk purchasing and/or forecasting, program compliance management, data analysis, etc. A technical background with familiarity of Maintenance, Repair and Operating Materials is recommended. A working knowledge of M.R.P., JIT, and related systems is desirable. The individual must have good interpersonal communication skills as this position will interact with all levels of management both inside and outside the company, especially working closely with client facing Sourcing Managers, Site Managers and Buyers. Provide the company with industry knowledge in the category/commodity groupings assigned to his/her responsibility. Travel may be required to various supplier locations. Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• Minimum five (5) years in related field/operations/supply chain/sourcing MRO related materials
• Knowledge of quality assurance philosophies, practices, and techniques
• 4-year college degree desired (B.S. Technical degree preferred)
• CPM (preferred)
• Strong negotiation and planning skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimum day to day supervision.
• Strong data analysis skills
• Ability to understand vendor contracts.
• Strong communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in cross functional team environment.
• Good computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Products including Excel and Access
• Ability to travel.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 401(k) plan
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Vacation
• Employee negotiated discounts

Who We Are

Founded in 1923, Turtle is a fourth-generation, family-owned, and three-generation women-owned business, and one of the nation’s largest independent electrical and industrial distributors. Headquartered in Clark, NJ, our Electrical Distribution division operates 14 branches spanning from coast to coast. It is a significant force in the engineering and procurement of power distribution, automation, lighting, and energy projects, offering integrated services for the industrial and construction markets. Turtle Integrated provides on-site MRO procurement, cost-saving, and spend analytics across the US and in Canada, Puerto Rico, and Mexico.