Category Manager - Switchgear

Salary: $120,500.00 - $158,200.00/Yr Job type: Full Time Resume required: Yes Posted date: 2026-06-04 Job reference: JR105563 Your Next Opportunity The Procurement Category Manager is responsible for the development and implementation of procurement strategies across various categories, ensuring alignment with project objectives for cost, quality, and schedule. The candidate will lead teams of subject‑matter experts to define and implement new or enhanced business or technology processes, initiatives, and projects to deliver added value within and outside the supply chain. The role focuses on achieving best cost while improving efficiencies throughout the procurement process—from estimate to contract close‑out—to drive savings and efficiency across the company. What You'll Do Develop category strategy to achieve financial value‑add and improve Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) through detailed analysis of the category portfolio, including consolidation of supplier base and spend across all geographical areas, while addressing performance management, safety, and compliance priorities. Assess work streams and activities for consolidation opportunities and evaluate current and future business processes for best work practice, and/or technological fit based on external market and industry practices. Closely monitor the global supply market with regard to pricing, commodity trends, supplier capacity, supplier news, industry news, and new product developments. Aggressively pursue defined Category Management strategy to ensure competitive advantage for Rosendin and position the company as a market leader and preferred client of key suppliers. Develop and implement metrics to monitor area of responsibility, identify gaps, and implement action plans to remediate. Proactively challenge current procurement, estimating, and cost tracking practices to drive improved results. Develop and implement innovative solutions to resolve complex issues, while executing advanced organizational readiness change‑management strategies. Build wide and effective networks of contacts inside and outside the organization. Ensure that strategies for assigned categories evolve to adequately address changing market conditions. Negotiate Master Agreements with key suppliers. Perform cost analysis and set appropriate benchmarks/KPI’s for suppliers and commodities against Rosendin projects and divisions. Maintain a safety‑conscious work environment by following Edison safety protocols and safe work practices; and perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned. What You'll Need To Be Successful 7-10 years of experience in procurement, contract management, project management, or a related role. Expertise in procurement, estimating, business, and leadership. Demonstrated experience developing procurement category strategies. Demonstrated experience negotiating contracts with vendors. Demonstrated experience leading cross‑functional teams. Demonstrated experience creating project management plans that specify charter, scope, cost estimates, schedule, milestones, target dates, and risk management plans. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Self‑motivated, driven to succeed, strong critical thinker, and able to think and communicate in terms of process flow. What You Bring To Us Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Supply Management, Operations, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM) certification preferred. Travel Up to 10% Working Conditions General work environment – sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending; work conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning. Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite. We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions. Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs. Benefits Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). 401(k) plan. Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement. 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays. Medical, Dental, Vision insurance. Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance. Disability Income Protection Insurance. Pre‑tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care). Charitable Giving Match with the Rosendin Foundation. Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr