Senior Category Manager, Construction Materials (Remote)

Fairfield Residential; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Job summary

Fairfield Residential is seeking a Senior Category Manager to lead national and regional sourcing for construction materials, finishes, renovation, and services. You will own categories from market analysis to contracting and renewal, partnering with operating teams to optimize value.

The role emphasizes negotiation leadership, supplier development, and applying AI tools to streamline procurement while mentoring others and potentially leading a small team.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in a related field or equivalent procurement experience.
• Certification in CPSM, CIPS, CSCP preferred but not mandatory.
• Heavy emphasis on hands-on sourcing and category management.

Responsibilities

• Lead category strategy from spend data and market evidence.
• Negotiate with manufacturers, distributors, installers and service providers.
• Build supplier strategies including capability and performance improvements.
• Apply AI-enabled tools for research, cost estimation, and contract review.
• Own end-to-end category management and renewal calendars.

Skills

Strategic Category Management

Advanced Negotiation

Strategic Sourcing

Commercial & Financial Acumen

Supplier Management & Development

Supply Risk Management

Contract Management

Data, Technology & AI Acumen

Stakeholder Partnership & Influence

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

CPSM, CIPS or CSCP certification preferred

Tools

Power BI

Microsoft Copilot

Microsoft Fabric

Job description

Fairfield Residential is seeking a Senior Category Manager to lead national and regional sourcing for construction materials, finishes, renovation, and services. You will own categories from market analysis to contracting and renewal, partnering with operating teams to optimize value.

The role emphasizes negotiation leadership, supplier development, and applying AI tools to streamline procurement while mentoring others and potentially leading a small team.