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Category Manager

Ref: AS2005897

Atlanta, GA

$105,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Cost Reduction
  • Supplier Relationships

About the candidate

The candidate is an accomplished procurement professional with a solid background in category management, particularly within the foodservice and manufacturing sectors. With over seven years of experience, they have demonstrated expertise in strategic sourcing and supplier management. Their approach is particularly effective in optimizing cost and quality to enhance product innovation and supply chain resilience.

Known for their analytical prowess, the candidate uses data-driven insights to devise and implement sourcing strategies that significantly mitigate risks. Their ability to build strong cross-functional partnerships has consistently improved operational efficiency and achieved substantial savings and performance improvements for their employers.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Savings Initiatives: Achieved a 15% reduction in procurement costs for a regional foodservice company by renegotiating contracts and improving vendor performance metrics.
  • Operational Efficiency: Introduced a new vendor assessment framework at a mid-size furniture manufacturer, which cut lead times by 20% and boosted supplier engagement.
  • Innovative Contributions: Played a key role in introducing new product lines in collaboration with design teams, enhancing market competitiveness for a furniture manufacturing firm.

Areas of expertise

  • Category Management: Proven expertise in managing and optimizing procurement categories, specially in the foodservice and manufacturing sectors, enhancing product offerings and compliance.
  • Strategic Sourcing: Skilled in negotiating and formulating sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality, and innovation.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Effective in developing and maintaining robust supplier relationships, leading to improved supply chain efficiencies and vendor performance.