Senior Category Strategy Lead - Remote

Patterson Companies; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 123,200 - 154,100; Full time

Job summary

Patterson Companies is seeking a Senior Manager of Category Management in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This role is pivotal in managing execution and operating plans aligned with end-to-end category strategies across assortment, pricing, promotions, and supplier partnerships.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree and possess at least 8 years of experience in category management or procurement, with proven leadership skills. The position entails leading teams and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance business performance and drive sales growth.

Qualifications

• 8 years of category management, sourcing, or procurement experience.
• 3 years of leadership or people management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of category strategies and operating plans.
• Oversee sourcing and supplier management including risk analyses and pricing.
• Manage the end-to-end product lifecycle and inform innovation decisions.
• Translate insights into actionable plans that improve profitability.

Skills

Category trends knowledge

Market dynamics understanding

Advanced analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Project management skills

Organizational development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business, Finance, or Supply Chain

Job description

Patterson Companies is seeking a Senior Manager of Category Management in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This role is pivotal in managing execution and operating plans aligned with end-to-end category strategies across assortment, pricing, promotions, and supplier partnerships.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree and possess at least 8 years of experience in category management or procurement, with proven leadership skills. The position entails leading teams and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance business performance and drive sales growth.