Strategic Sourcing Leader | Category Manager

West Shore Home; York (York County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance options

401(k) plans with company match

HSA plan with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Employee Referral Program

Employee Discount Program

Paid training and unlimited growth

Job summary

West Shore Home is seeking a Category Manager in Mechanicsburg, PA to develop and execute strategic sourcing for direct materials. You will drive supplier negotiations, manage key supplier relationships, and support new product initiatives to optimize cost and supply chain performance.

Successful candidates will have 3+ years in sourcing or procurement, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to travel domestically up to 15%.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management experience.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Ability to travel domestically up to 15% annually.
• HS Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or related field preferred.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned material categories.
• Lead supplier negotiations, RFPs, and contract execution.
• Build and manage strategic supplier relationships focused on quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Support new product launches and key sourcing initiatives.
• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and supply chain improvements.
• Track supplier performance, sourcing analytics, and savings initiatives.
• Partner cross-functionally to support operational goals and supply continuity.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder influence

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field (preferred)

Job description

West Shore Home is seeking a Category Manager in Mechanicsburg, PA to develop and execute strategic sourcing for direct materials. You will drive supplier negotiations, manage key supplier relationships, and support new product initiatives to optimize cost and supply chain performance.

Successful candidates will have 3+ years in sourcing or procurement, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to travel domestically up to 15%.