Category Manager II

Category Manager II at TSI

The Category Manager II is responsible for developing sourcing strategies and managing assigned commodities for TSI and DICKEY-JOHN. This position is accountable for sourcing, cost management, supplier performance, contract and commercial agreement management, and collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders. This role also leads cross-functional Supply Chain and Engineering teams within assigned commodity areas to drive business objectives and continuous improvement.

To grow and build a successful career with TSI, you will be responsible for:

• Partnering with the Supply Chain Director and/or Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead assigned commodity areas and ensure the best total cost of ownership for material and service acquisitions, including negotiation of supply and pricing agreements.
• Providing leadership and guidance to supply management personnel to drive improved supplier performance in cost, quality, and delivery.
• Leading the development and execution of sourcing strategies for assigned commodities with a global perspective.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives within the TSI and DICKEY-JOHN supply base.
• Evaluating and optimizing the supplier base within assigned commodity areas to support cost, quality, delivery, and supply continuity objectives.
• Supporting the development and management of supplier and internal performance dashboards and metrics.
• Providing input on Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) affecting supported commodities and partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure effective implementation.
• Serving as an active member of new product development teams, providing sourcing recommendations, preferred supplier solutions, and commodity expertise.
• Analyzing supplier, market, and business data to develop recommendations and present findings to Supply Chain leadership and project teams.
• Researching industry trends and best practices and identifying opportunities to improve sourcing and supplier performance.
• Leading commodity teams within assigned categories and serving as the subject matter expert.
• Completing other assignments and special projects as required.

Required Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or another related technical field. Minimum of 6+ years of work experience in supply management, strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management. Experienced managing commodity areas and leading cross-functional commodity teams. Minimum of 4+ years of Tier I ERP software experience. Desired APICS Certification, ISM Certification, or Graduate degree in a technical field is desired. Experience in a technical product manufacturing environment (low volume manufacturer). Lean manufacturing background. Experience working in a multi-plant and/or matrix management environment.

At TSI, our employees are our most valuable assets, and we care about their health and happiness. We offer a competitive benefits program to keep our employees and their family members protected and foster a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, we are committed to employee development and growth, and encourage and foster an environment of collaboration, and innovation. Our work has meaning and the products we design and build help protect people and the environment.

Dress for your day: We want our employees to be comfortable at work and we know they are more productive when they're comfortable. The dress for your day policy allows employees' discretion to select appropriate dress for the business of each workday.

Pay & Benefits: Competitive market salary from $100,000- $120,000 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities may be available and awarded at the discretion of the Company. Benefits: Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match. Paid Time Off Program: Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid floating holidays. Other Benefits: Life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), and professional development opportunities. *Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time. Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship. We require proof of eligibility to work in the United States.