The Category Manager role provides management expertise for a group of assigned categories by incorporating best practice strategic sourcing principles. This position will support the VP Procurement/Procurement Manager/Category Manager II’s in leading and managing cross-functional teams to ensure optimal value in the supply chain for Wheels and its clients, while ensuring that suppliers and manufacturers are maintaining the desired performance expectations related to their services. This role requires experience in category management techniques, strategic supplier relationship management, RFx processes, contracting processes, and developing & implementing sourcing strategies.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSUnder the guidance of VP Proc/Proc Manager/Category Manager II, responsible for supporting the strategic sourcing activities for assigned categories to include spend analysis & sourcing strategy development, RFx process, bid evaluation, supplier selection, price & terms negotiations, performance evaluation, etc.Responsible for developing in-depth operational knowledge of assigned category areas to ensure an understanding of the supply market dynamics and how they relate to the requirements of Wheels and its clientsDevelop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, decision-makers, and influencers internally and externallyCo-ordinate with cross-functional category teams to optimize value including cost savings, cost avoidances, revenue enhancements, and KPI monitoringLead Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) activities for assigned suppliers/categoriesEvaluate new and existing strategic suppliers, fostering relationships to create innovative and collaborative partnerships that achieve competitive advantage.Support achievement of departmental annual cost savings/benefits objectivesSupport the annual planning process by developing category forecasts for spend volumes & rebatesCreate and/or improve policies and processes to support improved Procurement and supplier relationsOther duties assigned to ensure overall departmental efficiencyLEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIESThis position has no leadership responsibility.COMPETENCIES - SKILLSEntrepreneurial attitude with the ability to work independentlyDemonstrated ability in building relationships and strategic alliances that motivate internal teams and suppliers to meet strategic objectivesProficient in all phases of procurement and possess analytical ability to evaluate strategic options and the impact on the businessExcellent written and verbal communicator. Strong negotiation skillsStrong analytical skills to develop complex category strategiesSupplier Relationship Management (SRM) experienceAbility to understand supply and service contractsProficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPointDetail oriented with excellent organizational skillsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBS/BA degree or equivalent experience requiredDegree preferably in Business/Finance/Accounting/Supply ChainCPM, CPSM, CPSC certification a plus2-4 years Category Management in a Procurement roleSupplier Relationship Management (SRM)Experience in reading, understanding & negotiating supply, and service contractsProficiency with MS Office Suite (Work, Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI)Ability to work independently, creatively, and efficiently in a dynamic environmentStrong listening, verbal, and written communication skillsSolid understanding of strategic sourcing conceptsStrong negotiation techniques, ability to interface with all levels of management, ability to understand financial benefits.JOB SPECIFICATIONS, PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTWork Environment: This position is in either Alpharetta GA or Schaumburg, Ill and offers a hybrid work schedule that includes working on-site 3 days per week (Tues-Thurs)Position Type/Standard Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday.Travel: <10% travelDISCLAIMERPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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