Category Management Expert

FedEx; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic sourcing leader to drive category management initiatives. In this dynamic role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and lead internal projects. Your expertise will be crucial in evaluating category information and benchmarking to recommend effective sourcing strategies. This position offers a hybrid work environment and the chance to work closely with suppliers and stakeholders. If you are passionate about supply chain management and looking to make an impact in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5+ years in sourcing or financial analysis required.
• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of category management strategies.
• Participate in supplier negotiations and manage sourcing strategies.

Skills

Project Management

Financial Analysis

Supplier Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Bachelor's degree in Business

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics

Tools

Database Tools

Analytical Tools

Job description

Leads the development and execution of holistic, enterprise-wide category management strategies, including strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, diversity, and risk management initiatives. Develops, executes, and manages sourcing strategies using the Company's sourcing methodology.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for strategic functions including evaluation of category / spend information, benchmarking, and making recommendations for sourcing strategy and supplier scorecard criteria.
• Develops category expertise, category management expertise, and market contacts, working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders in all aspects of sourcing.
• Leads internal projects / programs.
• Participates in supplier negotiations, supporting senior staff and leadership.
• Acts with authority with suppliers, business stakeholders, Finance, and Legal.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in supply chain, business, finance, mathematics, or other quantitative discipline.

Minimum Experience

Minimum five (5) years work experience in sourcing, financial analysis, or related field; a related advanced degree may offset the related experience requirement.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent knowledge of project management, current technology tools / advances, and database / analytical tools. Good interpersonal skills. Strong written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience and knowledge with Railroads.

Pay Transparency

This compensation range is provided as a reasonable estimate of the current starting salary range for this role across all potential locations. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the salary information represents the job level minimum and the job level maximum. Actual starting pay would be determined by experience relative to the job, market level, pay at the location for this job, and other job-related factors permitted by law. An employee may be eligible for additional pay, premiums, or bonus potential. The Company offers eligible employees health, vision, and dental insurance, retirement, and tuition reimbursement.

Pay

U.S. Pay Range: $6,511.62 / month - $9,081.99 / month.

Additional Details

This position will be hybrid in Collierville, TN, Dallas, TX, or Pittsburgh, PA. Candidates must live within a reasonable commutable distance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

• Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law
• EEO is the Law Supplement
• Pay Transparency Policy
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

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