Sr. Category Manager

POSITION SUMMARY :

• Under minimal supervision, the Senior Category Manager is the focal point for all stakeholder / internal customer (Business Operations) interactions and communications.
• Is a Go-To person and a Team Lead for the rest of the Category Managers in the department.
• Is an assigned team member for external customer meetings where Supply Chain needs and requirements are strategically discussed Is a trusted advisor to the Business Operations.
• Employees in this job classification possess the business acumen to negotiate effectively and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers.
• This job requires being the point person to the Operations team for seamless teamwork and support.
• Drives strategic procurement activities supporting the sourcing of materials and or services within assigned categories Employees in this job class evaluate supplier requirements, invoices, and / or inquiries; negotiates prices and contracts and provide input for policies and procedures for use of supply base once agreements are in place.
• This job class requires knowledge of category management, strategic sourcing methodology, supply chain management best practices, and industry practices related to the category or commodity as well as experience independently developing analyses and reports. Is proficient in problem-solving.

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