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Category Manager

Ref: AS8317714

30566, USA

$80,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Purchaser
  • Inventory Optimization Expert
  • Supplier Relations Manager

About the candidate

The candidate is a dynamic Category Manager specializing in the food service distribution sector, leveraging over five years of industry experience. Skilled in negotiating and managing supplier relationships, they have a proven track record of enhancing inventory management and boosting customer satisfaction. Adept at relationship-building across all levels, both internally and externally, they excel in creating a collaborative environment conducive to achieving corporate goals.

Throughout their career, this professional has gained valuable expertise from positions with regional, national, and mid-sized companies in food service. Their proactive and tactical approach to problem-solving in procurement and inventory management scenarios significantly enhances service levels and operational efficiency.

What makes them great?

  • Operational Efficiency: Led initiatives that reduced stock-outs by 20% and substantially heightened inventory accuracy by refining data management systems.
  • Revenue Growth: Supported a sales team to achieve a 15% increase in sales revenue year-over-year through effective sales support and competitive pricing negotiations.
  • Cost Reduction: Successfully decreased aged inventory holding costs, enhancing cash flows through focused inventory analysis and strategic supplier negotiations.

Areas of expertise

  • Inventory Management: Deep expertise in analyzing and optimizing inventory turnover, significantly improving inventory accuracy and reducing holding costs.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Proven ability to forge and maintain strong supplier ties, leading to improved purchase terms and enhanced supply chain reliability.
  • Strategic Purchasing: Experienced in developing and implementing effective purchasing strategies that align with company goals, driving noticeable improvements in profitability and efficiency.