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Senior Category Manager

Ref: AS8254131

Atlanta, USA

$120,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Procurement System Expertise

About the candidate

The candidate is a distinguished procurement professional with over eight years of experience specializing in strategic sourcing and category management within the corporate services sector. This individual boasts a solid track record in leading complex negotiations and effectively managing supplier relationships, which have consistently resulted in significant cost savings and improved service quality. Their capability to analyze market trends and leverage procurement technologies has made them a key player in enhancing business operations.

Armed with a strategic mindset and exceptional stakeholder management skills, the candidate adeptly navigates cross-functional collaboration and conflict resolution to drive organizational goals. Their expertise is complemented by proficiency in prominent procurement systems like Ariba and JDE, making them uniquely equipped to facilitate continuous improvement initiatives and adapt to changing market dynamics.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Efficiency Initiatives: Achieved a 15% reduction in costs by implementing effective category strategies at a mid-size corporate services firm, overseeing a budget of $200 million.
  • Procurement Analytics: Spearheaded the use of data analytics in a global transportation company, reducing procurement cycle times by 20% through strategic insights and reporting.
  • Contract Negotiation: Contributed to a 10% cost saving in the first year at a regional retail organization by enhancing contract terms and supplier compliance.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Sourcing: Proven experience in formulating and executing sourcing strategies that encompass negotiating with suppliers and streamlining procurement processes to achieve substantial cost reductions.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Skilled in fostering strong supplier relationships and optimizing supplier performance to enhance service quality and compliance.
  • Procurement Systems Proficiency: Well-versed in utilizing tools such as Ariba and JDE to drive efficient procurement operations and actionable business insights.