Category Manager - Raw Materials
Concrete CareersDeerfield Beach, FL, US1 day ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job descriptionCompetitive 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. 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%.
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.
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Category Manager • Deerfield Beach, FL, US