Strategic Category Manager – Major Projects

Arizona Public Service - APS; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Arizona Public Service - APS is seeking a Category Manager II/III in Phoenix, Arizona. This role involves managing specific procurement categories with a significant budget, driving strategic sourcing, and leading supplier relationship management.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or a related field and have extensive experience in procurement and supplier negotiations. A hybrid work model is offered, requiring around 40% in-office attendance for team collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of procurement experience with strategic supply chain management.
• Experience conducting high impact supplier negotiations.
• Experience in reviewing and redlining contracts.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements supply chain strategies for specific categories.
• Manages supplier relationships and tracks performance indicators.
• Leads cross-functional teams for category strategy.

Skills

Supplier negotiation

Contract management

RFx processes

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering

Professional certification (e.g., CPM, CPSM)

Job description

Arizona Public Service - APS is seeking a Category Manager II/III in Phoenix, Arizona. This role involves managing specific procurement categories with a significant budget, driving strategic sourcing, and leading supplier relationship management.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or a related field and have extensive experience in procurement and supplier negotiations. A hybrid work model is offered, requiring around 40% in-office attendance for team collaboration.