Category Manager

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesManage $68M site services spend in the Americas, reporting to the Director, Indirect & Logistics Procurement AmericasDevelop and evolve a supplier base that delivers optimal quality, service, technology, and value (QSTV)Lead efforts to qualify alternate or second-source suppliersFunctionally supervise a sourcing specialist supporting category strategyCollaborate with internal stakeholders to determine sourcing needs and execute category strategiesIdentify and manage global projects in alignment with cross-functional stakeholdersDeliver cost savings, avoidances, and continuous improvement plansNegotiate and implement supply agreements with favorable QSTV termsConduct quarterly business reviews (QBRs) with key suppliers to advance company objectives and address performance gapsDevelop and evolve cost savings/productivity plans with a pipeline of new ideas and projectsIdentify and execute total cost of ownership (TCO) improvement opportunitiesAddress supplier performance failures through root cause analysis and corrective actionsCreate and maintain effective e-Sourcing events and catalogs to increase productivityMonitor and resolve buy channel process disconnects to improve compliance and managed spendRequired Qualifications5+ years of experienceBachelor's degree in EconomicsBachelor's degree in EngineeringProcurement certificationsProject Management certificationsSkillsProcurement e-Sourcing ToolsARIBASource-to-Contract Procurement ProcessBuy Channel Process ManagementCategory ManagementVendor NegotiationsSupplier Relationship ManagementCost Savings and Productivity PlanningTotal Cost of Ownership AnalysisRoot Cause AnalysisStakeholder ManagementTeam LeadershipExecutive PresentationsAnalytical Problem SolvingScheduleStart date: 2026-10-15Next StepsShortlisted candidates will receive an email from View email address on click.appcast.io with instructions to complete a required screening step. Completion of this screening is mandatory to be considered for the role.If you do not receive this email after applying, please contact our Talent Expert at View email address on click.appcast.io.\nCompany DescriptionCompunnel Inc., established in 1994; is a leading provider of Staffing, IT/Software, e-Learning/Training, Business Intelligence, and Cloud Solutions. A leader in contingent and permanent workforce solutions, we also provide temp-to-hire staffing, project-based/SOW staffing, and payroll services to our esteemed clientele which includes Fortune 500 companies of diverse industry segments. Ranked as one of the largest staffing firms in the US which is our primary service market; we also have a significant presence in Europe and Asia. As a national service provider in the US, we are serving our customers all major states and regions; thereby generating numerous job opportunities for prospective employees in their preferred locations of choice.We have witnessed multi-fold YOY growth, and continuously adding a large pool of talented resources to our employee base every year. Our extensive experience in hiring professionals of multiple in-demand skill sets (IT, Engineering, Healthcare, Admin-Clerical, Finance, Professional, Light Industrial, etc.) further makes Compunnel a wider and preferred platform for people to pursue their careers in the US. We welcome people from all walks of life and cultures, and we support workforce diversity by providing equal employment opportunities to people without any discrimination based on race, color, gender, religion, national/ethnic region, disability, or any other basis.Company DescriptionCompunnel Inc., established in 1994; is a leading provider of Staffing, IT/Software, e-Learning/Training, Business Intelligence, and Cloud Solutions. A leader in contingent and permanent workforce solutions, we also provide temp-to-hire staffing, project-based/SOW staffing, and payroll services to our esteemed clientele which includes Fortune 500 companies of diverse industry segments. Ranked as one of the largest staffing firms in the US which is our primary service market; we also have a significant presence in Europe and Asia. As a national service provider in the US, we are serving our customers all major states and regions; thereby generating numerous job opportunities for prospective employees in their preferred locations of choice.\r\n\r\nWe have witnessed multi-fold YOY growth, and continuously adding a large pool of talented resources to our employee base every year. Our extensive experience in hiring professionals of multiple in-demand skill sets (IT, Engineering, Healthcare, Admin-Clerical, Finance, Professional, Light Industrial, etc.) further makes Compunnel a wider and preferred platform for people to pursue their careers in the US. We welcome people from all walks of life and cultures, and we support workforce diversity by providing equal employment opportunities to people without any discrimination based on race, color, gender, religion, national/ethnic region, disability, or any other basis.