Category Management Lead

4 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Avanciers Full time

Avanciers is seeking a seasoned Maintenance & Services Category Lead to join our team in Chicago, IL. This is a Contract opportunity with one of our Fortune 500 clients.

Job Overview:

The Maintenance & Services Category Lead will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive category strategy for Maintenance & Services, driving business growth and profitability. This individual will have a deep understanding of the Maintenance & Services category and will be able to identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and execute a category strategy for Maintenance & Services, aligned with the company's overall business objectives

Lead cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize opportunities for cost savings and revenue growth

Develop and manage relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders

Collaborate with procurement and sourcing teams to develop and implement sourcing strategies

Requirements:

15+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain, with a track record of delivering exceptional outcomes

10+ years of experience in managing Maintenance & Services categories

8+ years of experience in a management consulting firm, driving procurement transformation in a client environment

8+ years' experience in a CPG or Food & Beverage Manufacturing environment or related manufacturing industry

  • Maintenance & Services Category Management experience of an annual spend of at least $500M
  • Ability to define and execute end-to-end sourcing & procurement processes, including analysis, market profiles, strategy development, sourcing execution, negotiations, contracting, and supplier management

Ability to identify and lead transformation / improvement opportunities in Maintenance & Services

  • Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint
  • Knowledge of SAP, Coupa, or other Procurement ERP software systems


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