Strategic Procurement Category Leader

Simmons Foods, Inc.; Siloam Springs (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Foods, Inc. in Siloam Springs, AR is seeking a Senior Procurement Category Manager to oversee total business unit procurement for one or multiple categories.

You will develop and execute category strategies to ensure long-term quality, on-time delivery, cost efficiency and sustainability across the product lifecycle. In this role you will lead cross-functional sourcing processes, negotiate supplier terms, manage supplier relationships, and drive value through compliance and innovation.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years’ experience in Purchasing.
• Category Materials experience is highly preferred.
• Sku-intensive environment experience valued.
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing and category products preferred.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes category strategies to secure long-term value.
• Leads sourcing process for assigned categories and negotiates contracts.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to meet supply and compliance.
• Builds and maintains supplier relationships; conducts audits as needed.
• Monitors KPIs and drives continuous procurement improvements.

Skills

Purchasing

Category management

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

MBA or SCMP preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Simmons Foods, Inc. in Siloam Springs, AR is seeking a Senior Procurement Category Manager to oversee total business unit procurement for one or multiple categories.

You will develop and execute category strategies to ensure long-term quality, on-time delivery, cost efficiency and sustainability across the product lifecycle. In this role you will lead cross-functional sourcing processes, negotiate supplier terms, manage supplier relationships, and drive value through compliance and innovation.