Global Category Manager I

Federal Express Corporation; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 72,669 - 101,355; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Performance-based incentive program

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Global Category Manager I to lead and execute category management strategies. The role involves developing category expertise, managing supplier negotiations, and ensuring strategic sourcing initiatives. Candidates should hold a relevant bachelor's degree and have experience in sourcing or financial analysis. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years work experience in sourcing or financial analysis.
• Basic understanding of market dynamics and financial principles.
• Ability to conduct standard market analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies.
• Lead internal projects and manage key stakeholder needs.
• Participate in supplier negotiations.

Skills

Market dynamics understanding

Data analytics

Good interpersonal skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business analysis or related field

Tools

Coupa

Power BI Dashboard

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

Essential Functions

• Develop and implement category strategies; incorporate strategy into decision-making processes.
• Develop category expertise, category management expertise, and market contacts, working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders in all aspects of sourcing.
• Lead internal projects/programs while managing business needs of key internal stakeholders.
• Participate in supplier negotiations, supporting senior staff, and leadership.
• Set up basic RFPs and implement supplier changes following internal processes.
• Interpret basic spend analysis output and utilize insights to inform decision-making.
• Incorporate key sustainability challenges and opportunities into category strategy.
• Understand and incorporate total cost of ownership into category strategy.
• Act with authority with suppliers, business stakeholders, Finance, and Legal.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

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 two (2) years work experience in sourcing, financial analysis, or related field; a related advanced degree may offset the related experience requirement.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Basic understanding of market dynamics, financial principles, and data analytics. Ability to conduct standard market analysis. Knowledge of project management, current technology tools/advances, and database/analytical tools. Prior experience with cost analysis, Coupa, and Power BI Dashboard preferred. Good interpersonal skills. Strong written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Pay Transparency: FedEx Services offers a comprehensive benefits package, including insurance and retirement benefits. FedEx Services observes six paid holidays as stated in the Company’s holiday policy. In addition, depending on your start date, you will be eligible for up to ten (10) paid vacation days, two (2) paid floating holidays, and two (2) paid personal days each fiscal year, subject to the terms and conditions of FedEx Services policies.. 1. An annual performance-based incentive program, with program funding tied to company performance. The target incentive for this position is x% of eligible earnings (including base pay) earned in the previous fiscal year. Payout is not guaranteed and varies based on funding levels and individual contribution to team goals

Pay

Additional Details:

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

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

• Know Your Rights
• Pay Transparency
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing and Sales

• Industries

  Freight and Package Transportation

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