Category Specialist Jobs
By Adtalem Global Education At United States
Administers purchase orders in the Lawson system and is SME for Supply Management Office.
Lead management and tracking of Minority and Women Owned (MWBE) supplier spend at Adtalem.
Communicates results to business sponsors and executive management team
Experience in higher education preferred
Ability to collaborate with suppliers, finance, contract managers, campuses.
Helps manage key $1M+ Adtalem cross-institutional RFP opportunities.
Category Merchandising Specialist (Remote)
By UNFI At , Eden Prairie $17.88 - $31.35 an hour
0-2 years retail and/or supply chain merchandising experience with solid understanding of operations, systems, category management and merchandising
Education/ Certifications: (Required & Preferred)
Basic understanding of business planning and category management preferred.
Performs other relevant job duties as required.
2-year degree or equivalent experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective business relationships.
Global Category Manager Jobs
By 3M At , Remote $177,961 - $217,508 a year
Initiative, self-starter with a positive & pro-active approach; Project management experience
Project management training, experience and aptitude
Establish and manage critical supply relationships that provide access to leading technologies and capabilities
Provide end-to-end category leadership, serving as the global manager for molding within 3M Strategic Sourcing
Create solutions for complex and multi-faceted problems, which requires ingenuity, creativity, innovation, and strong analytical skills
Manage change through effective project goal definition, scenario planning, data analysis, action tracking, and stakeholder alignment
Global Category Manager, Steel
By Regal Rexnord At United States
BA or BS degree preferably in Supply Chain/Operations Management, minimum in a business/industrial related field
Development of global sourcing strategies using category management methodology
Proven success in a change management and “stretch” environment
Excellent working knowledge of industrial markets, suppliers and company requirements
Manages complex multi-year supplier relationships aligned to enable our front-end portfolio strategies
Provides oversight to sourcing/project managers on the deployment of projects with internal and external stakeholders
Category Merchandising Specialist (Remote)
By UNFI At United States
0-2 years retail and/or supply chain merchandising experience with solid understanding of operations, systems, category management and merchandising
Education/ Certifications: (Required & Preferred)
Basic understanding of business planning and category management preferred.
Performs other relevant job duties as required.
2-year degree or equivalent experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective business relationships.
Vp Global Category Management
By DSJ Global At Raleigh, NC, United States
In-depth knowledge of market trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies related to category management.
Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
Develop and execute the global category management strategy aligned with the company's overall business objectives.
Lead a team of category managers and specialists, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management.
Define and implement best practices for global category management, including category segmentation, sourcing strategies, supplier relationship management, and cost optimization.
Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies in all category management activities.
Category Specialist Jobs
By Chevron Phillips Chemical Company At Spring, TX, United States
Minimum of 5 years of experience in sourcing goods and/or services, commercial and contract negotiations, contract management, and demonstrated value creation.
Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Contract Management, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
Provides training and guidance to less experienced category personnel as the situation may require. T
Performs other related duties as assigned by the Category Manager
Demonstrated knowledge of price analysis, and labor rate negotiating techniques, risk mitigation and common purchasing processes required.
Certification (i.e., C.P.M., CPSM) or MBA
Category Merch Specialist - Remote
By UNFI At Eden Prairie, MN, United States
0-2 years retail and/or supply chain merchandising experience with solid understanding of operations, systems, category management and merchandising
Education/ Certifications: (Required & Preferred)
Basic understanding of business planning and category management preferred.
Performs other relevant job duties as required.
2-year degree or equivalent experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective business relationships.
Global Technology Category Manager
By Itron, Inc. At Austin, TX, United States
Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Process Management and Negotiations Skills.
Knowledge of Managed Service / outcome-based agreements.
Demonstrate results in cost management and cost reduction activities.
Contract Management: Must have the ability to understand legal risk mitigation development.
Manages the development, administration, communication and reporting of Itron’s diversity, equity and inclusion program, business activities, policies, and procedures.
Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders in HR, Finance, Legal, Sales, Marketing etc., to validate and refine identified opportunities.
Category Specialist, Spirits Jobs
By Gopuff At Washington, DC, United States
Assist Category Manager(s) in pricing and positioning of category products
Manage the new item setup process and item maintenance
Source, input and manage item, supplier and vendor information
Partner with vendors and finance to track and recover refunds and credits
Bachelor’s degree required (Marketing, Finance, Business, or Economics is a plus)
2+ years of related experience
Specialist, Category Innovation Jobs
By RITE AID At Camp Hill, PA, United States

The primary purpose of this position is to drive new innovation into the stores by working in collaboration with the Category Management team and Suppliers to develop and evaluate new product ...

Category Merchandise Specialist, Babylist Health
By Babylist At Emeryville, CA, United States
We believe in exceptional management
You have meticulous attention to detail, strong planning skills, and can deliver consistently accurate work on time.
You have strong communication skills and can work effectively with the entire team including product, design, editorial, customer service, and logistics.
0-2 years of relevant experience
Create and manage product pages for a large and growing number of products in our store
Manage ongoing product pricing changes and promotional execution
Category Merchandise Specialist, Babylist Health
By Babylist At United States
We believe in exceptional management
You have meticulous attention to detail, strong planning skills, and can deliver consistently accurate work on time.
You have strong communication skills and can work effectively with the entire team including product, design, editorial, customer service, and logistics.
0-2 years of relevant experience
Create and manage product pages for a large and growing number of products in our store
Manage ongoing product pricing changes and promotional execution
Global Category Manager - Logistics
By Celeros Flow Technology At Houston, TX, United States
Effective resource management and project management skills/capabilities
Demonstrated knowledge of project management skills.
Identifies opportunities for cost savings or delivery improvement through sourcing, freight consolidation, change in mode-of-transport, demand management, etc.
Develop strong partnering relationships with internal management, strategic carriers and business unit facilities management
Undergraduate degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business or Engineering.
Manages team and individual performance through training, career development, performance measurement.
Global Category Manager, Polymers
By CooperSurgical At United States
Perform additional responsibilities or assignments as directed by management.
Global Category Management experience (Strategy Development and Execution in accordance to Strategic Sourcing methodology)
Negotiate contracts that provide year-over-year benefits in performance for all aspects of quality, service, innovation, and cost.
Demonstrate leadership, customer service, problem solving, communication, negotiation, tact, judgment, and organizational skills
10+ years or more experience in Strategic Sourcing.
Knowledge of working in FDA regulated industries
Category Specialist- Indirects - Ltl Transportation
By The Kraft Heinz Company At Chicago, IL, United States
Support Sourcing and Category Management for North American Transportation categories to Kraft Heinz
Support strategic sourcing projects for supplier selection/optimization to execute Category Management vision and strategies
As part of Supplier Management- segments suppliers at category level
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Manage mid to executive-level clients and supplier relationships on an ongoing basis to ensure customer satisfaction
Develop and manage supplier base for specific categories
Category Merchandising Specialist Ii (Remote) ($41300.00 - $72300.00 / Year)
By Talentify.io At United States
2-4 years retail and/or supply chain merchandising experience with solid understanding of operations, systems, category management and merchandising
Category Managers (i.e. building Expo Books)
Performs other relevant job duties as required.
2-year degree or equivalent experience
Ability to prioritize and manage against multiple competing priorities
Strong planning and organizational skills will be required. Must have the ability to use basic Mi
Global Category Manager Jobs
By Covanta At Chester, PA, United States
Solid understanding of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modeling, contracts, and change management.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance or Engineering coupled with supply chain experience is preferred.
Effectively manage supplier relationships to optimize service, quality, and cost.
Track and manage procurement KPIs that progress the function to achieve “world class” excellence
Strong negotiation skills, analytical ability, good judgment and strong operational focus.
Highly developed intellectual capacity, strategy skills and sales ability.
Category Specialist - Control Label Alcohol
By Gopuff At New York, NY, United States
Strong Project Management and presentation skills
Work with Planning, Allocations, Merchandising and Pricing Teams to execute the new item setup process for in-app retail and in-store experience
Bachelor’s degree required (Marketing, Finance, Business, or Economics is a plus)
Experience in convenience or CPG is a plus, as is Alcohol
Must have effective communication skills, both written and verbal
Establish a deep understanding of Gopuff’s retail stores and e-premise business, internal processes, and overall Gopuff Private Label alcohol assortment
Global Category Manager Jobs
By Taldel At Houston, TX, United States
·Carry out vendor management reviews to ensure compliance with key supplier requirements.
·Evaluate and recommend purchasing and sourcing decisions to management.
Role Title: Global Category Manager
·Evaluate potential suppliers, ensuring adherence to client requirements, standards, and quality controls.
·Perform supplier analysis and coordinate the supplier qualification process with minimal supervision.
·SAP Ariba experience a plus.

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a global team and help shape the future of a leading industry? We are looking for a Global Category Specialist to join our team and help us drive success in our industry. You will have the chance to work with a diverse team of professionals and be part of a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You will be responsible for developing and executing global category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost savings initiatives. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for driving results, this is the perfect job for you!

Overview A Global Category Specialist is a professional who is responsible for managing the global procurement of goods and services for an organization. They are responsible for researching and analyzing global markets, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships. They must also ensure that the organization is compliant with all applicable laws and regulations. Detailed Job Description A Global Category Specialist is responsible for developing and executing global procurement strategies for an organization. This includes researching and analyzing global markets, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships. The Global Category Specialist must also ensure that the organization is compliant with all applicable laws and regulations. They must also develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, vendors, and other stakeholders. Job Skills Required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of global markets and trends
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of procurement processes and procedures
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Job Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in procurement or a related field
• Experience with global procurement and supply chain management
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Job Knowledge
• Knowledge of global markets and trends
• Knowledge of procurement processes and procedures
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations
• Knowledge of supply chain management
Job Experience
• 5+ years of experience in procurement or a related field
• Experience with global procurement and supply chain management
Job Responsibilities
• Develop and execute global procurement strategies
• Research and analyze global markets
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers
• Manage supplier relationships
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, vendors, and other stakeholders
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines