Senior Category Manager

DSJ Global; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 103,500 - 126,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Generous paid time off

Annual Bonus

Job summary

A large-scale utility organization is seeking a Senior Category Manager located in Philadelphia or Baltimore. The role supports energy system modernization focusing on sustainability and community impact. Key responsibilities include developing sourcing strategies, leading procurement initiatives, and monitoring supplier performance. Ideal candidates have a bachelor's degree and relevant experience. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of relevant experience; or 6-9 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience within indirect procurement- Ideally financial, professional or corporate services.
• Strong change management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies across multiple categories.
• Lead procurement initiatives and resolve complex supplier issues.
• Monitor supplier performance to ensure contract compliance.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Cross-functional team leadership

Contract negotiation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Applications

Job description

Base pay range

$115,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

Overview

Title: Senior Category Manager

Location: Philadelphia or Baltimore

Summary: This role supports efforts to modernize and improve energy systems with a focus on sustainability and community impact. It's well-suited for individuals who are collaborative, solution-oriented, and interested in contributing to long-term infrastructure and service improvements. The organization operates across several regions, serving over 10 million customers, and emphasizes values like safety, integrity, and inclusion. Employees are offered competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for career development in a stable, large-scale utility environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies across multiple categories to support business goals
• Lead procurement initiatives and resolve complex or recurring supplier issues
• Negotiate commercial and legal terms with vendors to manage risk and maximize value
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Monitor supplier performance to ensure contract compliance and service quality
• Analyze market trends and category data to inform sourcing decisions
• Oversee category spend, risk, and compliance with cybersecurity and regulatory standards
• Provide guidance to procurement and sourcing teams on best practices and project priorities
• Support emergency response activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, science or related field
• 4-7 years of relevant experience; or 6-9 years of experience in lieu of a degree
• Experience within indirect procurement- Ideally financial, professional or corporate services
• Strong project management and change management skills
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Solid understanding of category management and supply chain principles
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and facilitating collaboration across departments
• Proficient in data analysis and Microsoft Office Applications
• Skilled in contract negotiation and vendor performance management
• 401k match and annual company contribution
• Generous paid time off
• Annual Bonus

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Supply Chain
• Industries: Utilities