Strategic Category Manager - Foodservice & Sourcing

Vizient; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 77,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Vizient is seeking a category expert to manage a portfolio of foodservice products and services for internal and external stakeholders. You will drive RFP strategy, negotiate with suppliers, and implement agreements that reduce costs and improve operational efficiency.

You will develop category insights from market research, guide internal teams, and build strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction and successful outcomes. Travel will be required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience required.
• Experience with foodservice GPOs preferred.
• Strategic sourcing or category management in healthcare preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Financial acumen with expense and revenue considerations.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end RFP strategy and execution for assigned portfolios.
• Develop deep understanding of foodservice categories, suppliers, and trends.
• Provide category expertise to internal teams and external clients.
• Manage relationships with clients and suppliers for satisfaction and timely resolution.
• Drive category strategy to optimize cost, quality, and value for clients.
• Create category-specific collateral to share insights and outcomes.
• Lead periodic business reviews and strategic planning with suppliers.

Skills

Experience

Communication skills

Financial acumen

Travel readiness

Education

Relevant degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

Job description

Vizient is seeking a category expert to manage a portfolio of foodservice products and services for internal and external stakeholders. You will drive RFP strategy, negotiate with suppliers, and implement agreements that reduce costs and improve operational efficiency.

You will develop category insights from market research, guide internal teams, and build strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction and successful outcomes. Travel will be required.