Strategic Category Manager: Market Insights & Growth

Woodward FST

Niles (IL)

On-site

USD 105,000 - 168,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Annual stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement & professional/

12 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Woodward FST seeks a results-driven professional to lead market analysis, category strategy development, project maturation, ASL management, and financial oversight for assigned product categories. You will partner with stakeholders across functions to optimize profitability and supply base alignment across multiple sites.

The role emphasizes strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and effective communication.

Qualifications

Experience leading market analysis and category strategy initiatives.
Ability to manage multiple projects and supplier relationships.
Strong communication and leadership skills with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

Market Analysis and Research: conduct market research and analyze trends to identify opportunities and threats within the category.
Category Strategy Development: develop and implement strategies to optimize performance and profitability of assigned categories for the long term.
Project generation, scope definition and maturation: manage project pipeline to identify and mature projects that support category strategy, product margin, and product lifecycle.
Approved Supplier List (ASL) Management: manage approved supplier list; align suppliers into strategic categories.
Financial Management: oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance for assigned categories.