Strategic Sourcing & Category Manager (Warehouse/Wholesalers)

Kroger; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a procurement professional to drive category management and strategic sourcing in Cincinnati, OH. You will support the definition of procurement strategy, manage supplier relationships, and negotiate complex contracts to achieve savings while aligning with business goals.

The role emphasizes collaboration with internal stakeholders, performance reviews, and driving continuous improvement within procurement practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Retail, CPG, or related disciplines.
• MBA or Master’s degree preferred.
• CPM/CPSM, CSCP or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Category Management: develop and optimize category strategies.
• Support procurement strategy and project pipeline with senior manager.
• Conduct periodic financial reviews of category performance.
• Identify suppliers to improve cash flow and margins.
• Lead SRM activities to create value and drive savings.
• Negotiate and execute complex contracts with suppliers.
• Coordinate sourcing activities and manage analysts.

Skills

Category Management

Strategic Sourcing

Contract Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Financial Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Retail, CPG, or related disciplines

MBA or Master’s degree

CPM/CPSM, CSCP or equivalent certification

Job description

Kroger is seeking a procurement professional to drive category management and strategic sourcing in Cincinnati, OH. You will support the definition of procurement strategy, manage supplier relationships, and negotiate complex contracts to achieve savings while aligning with business goals.

The role emphasizes collaboration with internal stakeholders, performance reviews, and driving continuous improvement within procurement practices.