Global Category Manager II

FedEx; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx is seeking a senior category manager to lead enterprise-wide sourcing strategies across multiple categories. You will guide supplier relationships, benchmarking, and risk management with internal stakeholders and executives.

You will develop sourcing plans, negotiate high-impact agreements, and drive measurable cost savings while ensuring governance and compliance. The role requires strong data analysis, project management, and cross-functional collaboration in a hybrid Pittsburgh

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a quantitative discipline.
• Minimum four (4) years work experience in sourcing or related field; advanced degree may offset requirements.
• Excellent analytical skills and proficiency with data tools.
• Proven interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Proven negotiating and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute enterprise-wide category management strategies.
• Lead complex sourcing initiatives with senior stakeholders.
• Evaluate spend data and benchmark to optimize sourcing plans.
• Negotiate supplier agreements and drive cost savings.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and stakeholders on risk and compliance.
• Build category expertise and market contacts with suppliers.
• Lead cross-functional projects and drive successful outcomes.

Skills

Sourcing strategy

Category management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Power BI

Coupa

Excel

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, finance, mathematics or related discipline

Tools

Power BI

Coupa

Excel

Job description

Job Description 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.

Skills/Knowledge/Experience 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

Work Location(s)

• Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Relocation

• Relocation assistance may be available based upon business needs.

Preferred experience in sourcing and category management of transportation services, including Full Truck Load (FTL) road linehaul, rail (including expedited services, intermodal strategy, and contract negotiations), Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) and first and last mile pickup and delivery.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

Pay Transparency: Salary grade (E26)

Pay: PGH range ($6,854.33/mo - $11,309.65/mo)

Additional Details: This is a hybrid position located in Pittsburgh, PA. 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. This position may be eligible for relocation.

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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].

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