Category Sourcing Specialist

Together, We Own it! Start your employee owner journey with Shorr Packaging. The Category Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for managing and sourcing assigned categories to include both current and new product and suppliers. This position will also manage all the vendors’ activities with Shorr including margin improvement, payment terms, rebate programs, and operational compliance. Responsibilities Manage product and supplier activities, including sourcing, selection, negotiation, RFQs/RFPs, and deal closure. Analyze market trends and negotiate with vendors to secure optimal pricing and discounts. Identify new product opportunities and quickly source items based on Sales Representative needs. Provide high volumes of accurate, time‑sensitive quotes within Salesforce; initiate and manage RFQs. Support Salesforce rollout by assisting pilot teams and training sales staff on processes and tools. Partner with sales teams to promote preferred vendors, drive profitable growth, and expand opportunities. Serve as a product and industry expert; provide guidance and training to internal teams. Maintain item database integrity and support Procurement Operations with accurate item content. Review inventory and collaborate with Inventory Team on cost optimization, buying parameters, and reorder points. Lead category projects and conduct annual supplier reviews, including rebates, terms, and performance. Ensure supplier compliance with company standards; coordinate supplier meetings and manage sample distribution. Maintain involvement in return procedures and ownership of private label programs within assigned categories. Travel up to 20% of the time. Requirements A bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience. Minimum 3+ years of sourcing, purchasing, or inventory-related experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office with emphasis on Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong organizational skills, including multitasking. Excellent problem‑solving abilities. Attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Compensation The base pay range for this role is $65,000 – $80,000 per year. Shorr Packaging does not provide work authorization sponsorship for this position. Shorr Benefits Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Together, We Own It! Comprehensive Employee Benefits: Medical, dental, vision and other insurance coverages. Generous PTO with vacation, sick and floating holidays. 401(k) plan plus matching. Team‑based Employee Owner company culture. Shorr Packaging Corp is an equal‑opportunity employer. It is the policy of Shorr Packaging Corp to afford full Equal Employment Opportunity, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability status or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Shorr Packaging Corp.