Associate Manager, Category Procurement

Job Description:

• Organize and execute procurement work spanning multiple teams or functional areas
• Independently manage procurement projects and owned processes within a defined area
• Ensure procurement work aligns with policies and stakeholder requirements
• Conduct supplier assessments, research, and market analysis
• Synthesize data into actionable insights and identify supplier risks or opportunities
• Prepare documents and coordinate contract reviews for negotiation cycles
• Identify contractual inconsistencies and engage category owners to resolve them
• Collaborate with Planning, Finance, Quality, Engineering, and Project Managers
• Resolve procurement-related challenges and recommend practical solutions
• Identify inefficiencies and implement improved procurement processes
• Lead and execute RFPs and competitive bidding events
• Conduct supplier due diligence and communicate requirements
• Evaluate bids and summarize findings with the Business Owner
• Understand sourcing needs and support sourcing project plans and longer-term strategy

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in procurement
• At least 2 years in an indirect procurement role
• Preferably experience with Capital procurement capacity
• Experience in the consumer packaged goods industry highly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is typically required
• Understanding of procurement processes and purchasing products and services
• Data analysis knowledge, including structured and unstructured data
• Supplier management knowledge
• Experience with RFI and RFP development
• Ability to incorporate technical requirements into contracts
• Compliance management knowledge
• Work order management knowledge

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Wellness programs supporting physical and mental health
• Annual incentive opportunities
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Company holidays
• Flexible ways of working where applicable
• Career development programs
• Learning opportunities
• Internal mobility
• Performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package supporting physical, mental, and financial well-being