Procurement Category Manager

3 days ago

Lakewood, United States The Judge Group Full time
Job Description

Job Title: Procurement Category Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Procurement Category Manager to join our team at The Judge Group. As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for leading the development and execution of strategic sourcing strategies for indirect procurement categories.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies for indirect procurement categories, including the development of RFXs, requirements gathering, and supplier negotiations.
  • Execute freight bids for ocean and air using TenderEasy.
  • Actively seek ways to streamline business processes and leverage market tools and benchmarks to inform decision making.
  • Develop negotiation strategies, gain alignment from stakeholders, and lead cross-functional negotiation teams.
  • Manage category performance by adhering to savings goals, business objectives, and supplier management.
  • Forge close working relationships throughout the company and use influence and persuasion skills to drive results.
  • Prepare business cases, including ROI models, and effectively present cost savings proposals to appropriate parties for approval and qualification.
  • Ensure purchasing compliance with legal, financial, and regulatory requirements.
  • Advocate and adhere to global procurement policies and procedures.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
  • Minimum 8 years' experience in Procurement or category management, preferably in a multi-national company and across multiple categories of spend.
  • Track record in successfully managing all aspects of an indirect supply chain category.
  • Solid knowledge of the logistics industry across all freight modes and supplier base.
  • Demonstrated sourcing experience developing and leading RFx's and negotiating with suppliers.
  • Proficient in sourcing and category management concepts, practices, and procedures.
  • Proven critical thinking, analytics ability, and business acumen.
  • Excellent understanding of contracts and contract management.
  • Track record for achieving savings that impact the bottom line.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and possess the ability to thrive in a continuous improvement environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • CPSM, CPM, CPP, CPIM, or other designation preferred but not required.

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