Category Manager

Victaulic; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Life insurance & disability

Job summary

Victaulic, headquartered in Easton, PA, seeks a Category Manager to lead global sourcing with a focus on cost, risk, and supplier performance. You will negotiate major contracts, develop category strategies, and drive value across Victaulic’s worldwide operations.

This on-site role partners with Global Supply Chain and regional teams to implement sourcing contracts and achieve cost leadership while maintaining supply assurance and quality across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management.
• 4+ years of relevant, progressive experience in Strategic Sourcing or Category Management.
• Experience negotiating long-term contracts and managing supplier risk.
• Strong communication and analytical skills with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop global category strategies with cost savings and risk mitigation.
• Lead category negotiation strategies with suppliers, including pricing, service, quality, IP, exclusivity, and inventory.
• Monitor market conditions and build subject matter expertise in assigned commodities.
• Deliver year-over-year cost reductions and improve supplier performance across locations.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) and coordinate sourcing globally.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Negotiation

Cross-functional teamwork

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business, Finance, Engineering, or Supply Chain)

Job description

Job DescriptionVICTAULICCategory ManagerEaston, PA (World Headquarters, On-Site)Full-TimeSupply Chain – SourcingNo immigration sponsorship available for this positionABOUT VICTAULICVictaulic, headquartered in Easton, Pennsylvania, is the global leader in mechanical pipe joining solutions, delivering advanced technologies and engineering services to address complex piping challenges faced by engineers, site owners and contractors. Since 1919, our innovative solutions have improved construction productivity and reduced risks, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. With over 6,000 employees spanning 50+ locations worldwide, our teams are dedicated to delivering advanced technologies and engineering expertise that address real-world challenges across a wide range of industries.Our sustainable solutions, made from high quality, graded scrap steel, promote circular construction by making piping systems infinitely reconfigured and minimizing environmental impact. Today, our high-quality products are used in more than 140 countries, supporting some of the world's most critical and prestigious structures.AN INDUSTRY LEADER WITH A HEART AS BIG AS ITS AMBITION AND INNOVATIONAt Victaulic, we're committed to constructing a better world for and with our people.Let's Build a Better World Together.Our commitment to our people is built on four pillars:We build from within.We stand behind our people.We foster an environment for constant learning.We engineer change for a more stable and sustainable world.YOUR IMPACT STARTS HEREWe're looking for a Category Manager to join our Sourcing team within Global Supply Chain at our World Headquarters in Easton, PA. In this role, you'll lead negotiations and supplier management across the Victaulic supply base, driving the strategic sourcing process on a global basis and developing strategies that deliver optimal supply assurance, pricing, flexibility, quality, and delivery performance. You'll research and analyze emerging procurement trends, present proposed supply chain solutions to leadership, and negotiate major and global agreements as the primary supplier relationship owner. Working closely with the Global Supply Chain Team and local management, you'll implement strategies, contracts, and pricing across all regions to keep total cost of ownership low while maintaining strong supplier relationships — a high-visibility opportunity to shape sourcing strategy for a growing global manufacturer.WHAT YOU'LL BUILD & OWNAddress all areas of category management, including business plans, global market and pricing analysis, and procurement support, contributing to the company's strategic category objectives and goalsDevelop global category strategies with defined plans for cost savings, risk assessment and mitigation, and service level agreementsLead development and execution of category negotiation strategies with suppliers, including targets for pricing, service, quality, intellectual property, tool ownership, exclusivity, and inventoryMonitor market conditions and technology roadmaps, and develop subject matter expertise in assigned commodities through research, benchmarking, and cost-driver analysisServe as the center of knowledge for assigned category areas, sharing market intelligence and price trends with key stakeholders, and maintain should-cost models relevant to the global marketplaceUtilize the strategic sourcing process to manage assigned commodities and finished products across multiple Victaulic and subsidiary locations, forming cross-functional teams to reduce cost and improve quality and delivery performanceAnalyze spend data and market trends to prioritize sourcing initiatives, consolidate spend across manufacturing locations to create leverage, and identify new high-potential suppliers globallyDeliver 5% year-over-year net cost reductions for commodities and programs within your assigned responsibilityManage supplier relationships and performance, including dispute resolution, and develop key performance measures to negotiate longer-term strategic contractsSupport new product introduction (NPI) programs as Program Manager, coordinating sourcing and supplier qualification activities on a global basis, and manage multiple projects and track progress against schedulesWHAT YOU BRINGBachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management from an accredited college or university4+ years of relevant, progressive experience in Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, or equivalentDemonstrated knowledge of the strategic sourcing process and tools and their application within a global supply chain and multi-plant manufacturing businessTrack record of delivering significant cost reduction and service level improvementsExpertise in negotiating long-term contracts with safeguards against identified risksAbility to identify key performance measures and evaluate alternativesDemonstrated ability to build and lead teams, attaining cross-functional consensusExcellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate positions with clarity at all levels of the organizationAbility to work with key stakeholders across multiple global locations and levelsStrong analytical, problem-solving abilities using contemporary tools and methodsWillingness to travel up to 25%WHAT WE OFFERBuild A Better CareerCompetitive compensation with performance-based incentivesCareer development programs and internal promotion pathways—we build from withinTuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunitiesBuild A Better FutureComprehensive health, dental, and vision coverageRetirement savings plans with company matchLife insurance and disability coverageBuild A Better YouPaid time off, holidays, and flexible work arrangements where applicableEmployee Assistance Programs (EAP) and wellness resourcesInclusive, team-oriented culture where people look out for one anotherBuild A Better WorldJoin a company whose products contribute to a safer, more sustainable built environment every day.IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIPVictaulic does not provide immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, or other work visa sponsorship) for this position. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the applicable country on a full-time basis without the need for employer-sponsored immigration support now or in the future.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYVictaulic is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic data, or other legally protected status.VICTAULIC STAFFING PARTNER COMMUNICATION POLICYAll staffing agencies are strictly forbidden from directly contacting any Victaulic employees, except those within the Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. All communications, inquiries and candidate submissions must be routed through Victaulic's Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. Non-compliance with this policy may result in the suspension of partnership, cancellation of the current contract, and/or the imposition of a mandatory probation period before any future business can resume. Additionally, non-compliance may lead to a permanent ban on future business. This policy ensures a streamlined and compliant recruitment process.Let's Build a Better World Together.victaulic.com/careers#LI-KP1