Senior Category Manager

JMJ Phillip Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

JMJ Phillip Group is seeking a Senior Manager for Category Management to lead a team in optimizing supplier performance and driving strategic initiatives. This pivotal role involves extensive collaboration in a fast-paced environment, making it ideal for candidates with a strong analytical mindset and leadership experience in supply chain management.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of procurement/category management experience; 5+ years in team leadership.
• Experience working in fast-paced manufacturing or industrial environments, specifically with metals.
• Bold communicator who can simplify complex ideas and inspire action.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dynamic team focused on supplier performance and contract negotiations.
• Drive cost optimization initiatives across the Americas.
• Shape category strategy and enhance supply chain resiliency.

Skills

Analytical acumen

Team leadership

Supplier performance

Education

Bachelors in Supply Chain or related

Job description

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Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr

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Now Hiring: Senior Manager, Category Management – Supply Chain Leadership Opportunity

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for building high-performing teams and driving results? We’re seeking a Senior Manager, Category Management to join our global supply chain leadership team and take charge of category strategy, supplier relationships, and cost optimization initiatives across the Americas.In this role, you’ll lead a dynamic team focused on supplier performance, contract negotiations, and supply chain resiliency. You’ll thrive here if you’re a go-getter with strong analytical acumen, a relentless drive for execution, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams. This is a high-impact role for someone who brings energy, creativity, and a passion for continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelors in Supply Chain or related.
• 10+ years of procurement/category management experience; 5+ years in team leadership
• A bold communicator who can simplify complex ideas and inspire action
• Experience working in fast-paced manufacturing or industrial environments- specifically working with metals.
• Someone who owns the outcome, acts with urgency, and thrives on solving big challenges

This is your chance to shape strategy, mentor talent, and lead change across a growing organization that powers innovation behind many household food and beverage brands.If you’re ready to level up your leadership journey, let’s talk.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Management

• Industries

  Fabricated Metal Products, Manufacturing, and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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