Category Manager at Graco managing procurement initiatives for various commodities. Developing category strategies and overseeing supplier partnerships while ensuring cost optimization and operational excellence.
Responsibilities
Drive procurement initiatives across your assigned commodities.
Champion cost optimization, foster innovation, and support operational excellence in key categories.
Develop and execute multi-year category strategies for your assigned commodities.
Manage full-cycle sourcing processes such as RFIs and RFPs.
Act as the primary procurement consultant for designated groups.
Oversee and nurture supplier partnerships.
Monitor and report essential procurement metrics.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain, MIS, or a related field required; MBA preferred.
A minimum of five years' experience in strategic sourcing or category management, preferably within direct commodities.
Demonstrated success in negotiating complex contracts, managing vendor performance, and delivering measurable cost optimization.
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