Category Manager II

FedEx Group; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx is seeking a senior sourcing leader to drive enterprise-wide category management, including strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, diversity and risk initiatives. This role shapes sourcing strategy and negotiates high-impact agreements with major suppliers.

You will develop category expertise, lead cross-functional projects, interact with executives, and guide analytics using tools like Coupa and Power BI to inform decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science / arts or equivalent in business analysis, strategic management, marketing, or other analytical field; degree in supply chain, logistics, finance, mathematics, or other quantitative discipline preferred.
• Minimum four (4) years work experience in sourcing, financial analysis, or related field, a related advanced degree may offset the related experience requirement.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Superior demonstrated skills with current technology tools/advances, and database/analytical tools.
• Proven interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Proven negotiating skills and project management skills

Responsibilities

• Leads the development and execution of multiple holistic, enterprise-wide category management strategies, including strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, diversity, and risk management initiatives.
• Develops, executes, and manages sourcing strategies for complex categories using the FedEx sourcing methodology.
• 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 complex internal projects/programs. Develops negotiating strategy and leads negotiations to successful outcomes of significant corporate impact.
• Effectively interacts with executives.
• Acts with senior-level authority with suppliers, business stakeholders, Finance, and Legal.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Cross-functional leadership

Negotiation skills

Data analysis

Excel & Power BI

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Six Sigma familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

Power BI

Coupa

Job description

Job Summary

• Leads the development and execution of multiple holistic, enterprise-wide category management strategies, including strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, diversity, and risk management initiatives.
• Develops, executes, and manages sourcing strategies for complex categories using the FedEx sourcing methodology.
• 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 complex internal projects/programs. Develops negotiating strategy and leads negotiations to successful outcomes of significant corporate impact.
• Effectively interacts with executives.
• Acts with senior-level authority with suppliers, business stakeholders, Finance, and Legal.

Abilities/Knowledge/Skills Considered a Plus

• Demonstrate ability to take initiative to build internal and external relationships
• Strong verbal & written communication skills with an ability to effectively communicate internally and externally at the individual contributor to executive level stakeholders
• Strong emotional intelligence to understand stakeholder requirements and supplier capability to deliver results
• Experience leading large cross functional initiatives requiring demonstrated project management skills
• Demonstrate ability to identify and solve complex business problems with minimal supervision
• Strong data analysis and data science skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including use of functions and formulas
• Experience leading supplier diversity, risk, and sustainability programs
• Demonstrate ability to take initiative to gain deep category specific knowledge to develop sourcing recommendations
• Strong ability to work as a team member as well as work independently
• Experience in Quality Driven Management or similar (Six Sigma, Total Quality Management) processes
• Experience leading sourcing activities without constant supervision
• Demonstrate ability to act accountably in all aspects of category management
• Demonstrate strong negotiation skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in supply chain, business, finance, mathematics or other quantitative discipline.
• Minimum four (4) years work experience in sourcing or related field. A related advanced degree may offset the related experience requirements.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Superior demonstrated skills with current technology tools/advances, and database/analytical tools.
• Proven interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Proven negotiating skills and project management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Facility Service Sourcing knowledge is a plus – with experience managing scope in Waste & Recycling, Facility Maintenance & Repair, Pest Control, Janitorial, Landscaping/Ice & Snow, Utilities, or Equipment Rental categories.

Work/Domicile Location

• This is a hybrid position located inPittsburgh, PA, Memphis, TN or Plano, TX, with a preference in Pittsburgh. Candidates must live within 50 miles of the campus location. Employees will be required to work at the FedEx campus location several times per week.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree in science / arts or equivalent in business analysis, strategic management, marketing, or other analytical field; degree in supply chain, logistics, finance, mathematics, or other quantitative discipline preferred.

Minimum Experience

Minimum four (4) years work experience in sourcing, financial analysis, or related field, a related advanced degree may offset the related experience requirement.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of project management, current technology tools/advances, and database/analytical tools. Adept at forecasting long-term market trends. Possess comprehensive knowledge of market dynamics and category/product lifecycle. Proficiency with cost analysis, Coupa, and Power BI Dashboard preferred. Proficiency in applying financial principles and data to complex business decisions. Excellent interpersonal skills, including emotional intelligence and basic conflict resolution. Strong written and oral communication skills.

Pay Transparency

Salary grade E26. PGH range ($6,854.33/mo - $11,309.65/mo), Collierville range ($6,511.62/mo - $10,744.16/mo), Plano range ($6,854.33/mo - $11,309.65/mo)

Additional Details

This position may be eligible for relocation.

Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

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