Category Manager

LATICRETE International; Eugene (OR); Remote; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Category Manager to lead sourcing strategies for innovative chemical products. This role emphasizes collaboration, negotiation, and supplier management within the construction sector. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on ensuring product quality and supply reliability. Join a company that values integrity and teamwork, and be part of a mission to improve lives through innovative solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the construction industry.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick leave

Flexible spending

Life Insurance

AD&D

Supplemental Insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years in sourcing, procurement, or category management in chemicals.
• Strong knowledge of chemical formulations and regulations in construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing strategies for private-label and contract-manufactured products.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for chemical products.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Supplier Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Job description

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Job Description: Are you looking for a new challenge? Passionate about innovation? Want to work for a company that values integrity, teamwork, and loyalty?

Company Overview: At LATICRETE International, we aim to be a top ten construction chemical company that values family, diversity, collaboration, and invention. Family owned for three generations, operating in 100 countries, and recognized as one of Connecticut’s Top Family Owned Companies in 2017. We focus on innovative products and improving lives of our employees, customers, and communities.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k, Tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick leave
• Flexible spending, Life Insurance, AD&D, and Supplemental Insurance
• Plant shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s

Position Summary: Lead sourcing strategies for private-label and contract-manufactured chemical products in the USA and internationally within the construction industry. Responsibilities include aligning sourcing strategies, managing contract manufacturers, negotiating agreements, and ensuring product quality and supply reliability. Ideal candidates have a background in contract manufacturing, supplier management, and market intelligence in construction chemicals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Manage Private-Label Vendors (40%): Develop sourcing strategies, lead negotiations, onboard new vendors, ensure compliance, analyze market trends.
2. Manage Chemical Contract Manufacturers (40%): Collaborate with R&D, select and benchmark manufacturers, negotiate pricing, explore new manufacturers, support international formulations.
3. General Sourcing & Supply Management (20%): Build supplier relationships, drive cost reductions, track savings and KPIs, support cross-functional teams, conduct spend analysis.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field
• 5+ years in sourcing, procurement, or category management in chemicals or related industries
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of chemical formulations, production, and regulations in construction industry
• Experience with RFIs, RFQs, contract negotiations, risk mitigation
• Excellent communication and project management skills; ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
• Travel availability of 25-30%
• Physical ability to lift 50 pounds, push/pull 25 pounds, stand and sit as required

Additional Details:

• Remote position with travel to Bethany, CT
• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Marketing and Sales
• Industry: Wholesale Building Materials