Senior Category Manager
Job Summary
A leading energy company is undergoing a strategic transformation of its supply chain organization and is seeking a Senior Category Manager to help build and champion a newly established Category Management function. This is a high-impact role for a self-starter who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about driving innovation, supplier performance, and strategic sourcing excellence.
The ideal candidate will be a trailblazer-energized by the opportunity to shape a new function and influence enterprise-wide procurement strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and lead enterprise-wide category strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
- Drive strategic sourcing initiatives including RFPs/RFQs to optimize value and supplier performance.
- Build and manage supplier relationships, ensuring excellence through evaluation, negotiation, and continuous improvement.
- Lead complex contract development and pricing strategies to support long-term goals.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, and Finance to align sourcing strategies with business needs.
- Analyze macroeconomic factors and develop actionable supply chain strategies & forecasts.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field (required).
- 6-10 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain, or engineering.
- Strong technical and procurement background in pipe, valves, fittings, and high-pressure transmission materials preferred
- High energy, innovative mindset, and ability to lead in a newly forming category management function.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Advanced proficiency in procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and data analysis tools.
- Must be a collaborative problem solver-able to influence without being overly aggressive.
- Relocation support may be considered for exceptional candidates.
- Visa transfer/sponsorship is not available for this position.
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