Category Specialist

4 days ago


Franklin, Tennessee, United States Lee Company Full time
Job Title: Category Specialist

Lee Company is seeking a skilled Category Specialist to join our team. As a Category Specialist, you will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials and services within a specific category, ensuring the best possible prices and quality.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Source and procure materials, equipment, and services for all divisions of our company and monitor inventory levels and adjust orders as needed.
  • Initiate, review, and evaluate bid quotations or proposals, using cost and price analysis techniques and checking that predetermined criteria has been met.
  • Negotiate and draft contracts, pricing, and terms within budgetary limitations and scope of authority and implement, following applicable company and government regulations, with all suppliers and vendors.
  • Determine short lists of providers, present lists to requesting managers/departments if necessary, and assist in selecting providers.
  • Conduct market research and identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.
  • Follow up with requesting managers/departments to ensure service levels are of the quality expected and conduct regular surveys of vendor performance.
  • Manage relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and quality standards, and deliver results from internal investigations.
  • Identify, collaborate, and evaluate current and anticipated company service or material requirements, conferring with requesting departments.
  • Analyze market and delivery conditions to determine present and future material or service availability, and prepare market analysis reports.
  • Collaborate as needed on the delivery of goods or services.
  • Prepare and present reports on purchasing activities and performance.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines and company policies as necessary.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in procurement or a similar role within the MEP or construction industry.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
  • Experience with procurement software and systems.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Knowledge of market trends and industry best practices.
  • Ability to travel as needed.
Benefits:
  • We pay 100% of every employee's long-term disability, life insurance, and fees associated with acquiring and maintaining a trade license.
  • We offer free trade training and license exam preparation through Lee Company University (LCU), our very own NCCER accredited trade school.
  • We have a company match program for 401(k) and health savings account contributions.
  • You earn paid time off and paid holidays for your personal well-being.
  • You earn rewards for your commitment to wellness and participation in initiatives through our rewards program.
  • We offer meaningful assistance programs like Chaplain services, an on-site/mobile clinic, and an emergency assistance fund.
  • We connect you to opportunities to make an impact through volunteering in our communities.
  • And other benefits such as health insurance, dental, vision, and short-term disability.

Lee Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or testing, or family and medical leave.



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