Category manager - Non-food

Overview

The Category Manager Non-Food will be supporting the National Procurement Director with sourcing activities and category management. This role will be responsible for executing end-to-end sourcing processes and managing supplier maintenance. The successful candidate must be analytical, able to collaborate with stakeholders across the organization, work independently, and manage multiple priorities. Negotiate with suppliers with the goal to maximize cost savings, improve service levels, mitigate contractual risks, and create value for their category.

What you will do

• Negotiate and manage all commercial agreements under your responsibility
• Ensure rigorous follow-up of analyses completed by the department analyst and act accordingly with suppliers
• Ensure accurate tracking of price lists and rebate follow-up in collaboration with analyst and suppliers
• Conduct thorough research to understand market trends, identify potential suppliers, and assess the competitive landscape
• Support strategic sourcing activities for products and services with a focus on projects
• Write and send RFPs to potential vendors and respect schedules and deadlines
• Build and maintain strong, trusting relationships with suppliers
• Ensure all contract details align with policies, objectives, and goals
• Maintain strong collaboration with Operations and field teams
• Develop tools and documentation to improve work efficiency
• Participate in team and vendor meetings as needed
• Manage quarterly business review meetings with suppliers

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