Procurement Category Manager
About the Role
Our Client is looking for a strategic and commercially savvy Procurement Category Manager to join their retail operations team. In this role, you'll lead sourcing and category management for key retail spend areas-including store supplies, fixtures, packaging, and indirect goods-ensuring cost efficiency, supplier performance, and alignment with brand standards.
This is a high-impact role that supports both their store network and corporate functions, ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic retail environment and enjoys driving value through smart procurement strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement category strategies for retail-related goods and services.
- Lead sourcing initiatives including RFPs, vendor selection, contract negotiations, and onboarding.
- Partner with Store Operations, Visual Merchandising, Marketing, and Finance to align procurement goals with business needs.
- Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with service level agreements and brand standards.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements across categories.
- Stay ahead of market trends, retail innovations, and supply chain risks.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field; MBA or professional certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) is a plus.
- 5+ years of procurement/category management experience, preferably in retail or consumer goods.
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Experience with procurement platforms (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba) and data analysis tools.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
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