Senior Category Manager Job at Gateway Recruiting, INC., Oregon State

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  • Gateway Recruiting, INC.
  • Oregon State

Job Description

The Role:

This full-time position reports to the Sourcing Director and offers an exciting opportunity to lead strategic sourcing initiatives for a portfolio of industrial packaging categories.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Developing a robust category strategy and approved plan
  • Leading the deployment of the strategy and prioritizing procurement initiatives
  • Conducting fact-based negotiations, supplier selection, and contracting
  • Managing procurement initiatives in alignment with stakeholders and cross-functional partners 
  • Focal point for key suppliers, including contract management
  • Facilitating knowledge sharing and collaboration among category managers and buyers
  • Contributing to the development of the company’s indirect strategy
  • Enhancing the company’s indirect procurement profile and recognition

 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; master’s degree preferred
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement or commercial roles related to packaging
  • Strong skills in category management, strategic thinking, and collaboration
  • Ability to influence, motivate, and negotiate effectively
  • Entrepreneurial mindset and proficiency in demand management
  • Data analytics skills and business intelligence gathering ability
  • Dedication to delivering impactful outcomes

 

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work,

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