Category Buyer- Global Category Professional Services

Perfetti Van Melle•Erlanger, KY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Category Buyer for Global Category Professional Services executes sourcing events and negotiations at regional or country level within the defined global category strategy. The role manages RFx processes, supplier onboarding, and contract implementation to support savings delivery, compliance, and service performance for regional Business Units. Working closely with the Regional Category Manager, IT & Professional Services, the Category Buyer serves as the primary execution resource for sourcing activities in the assigned geography. The role is based onsite in Erlanger, Kentucky.

Requirements

5–7 years of professional experience, with at least 3 years in a strategic sourcing or category analytics role.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience executing RFx processes (RFQ/RFP/RFI) and managing supplier negotiations.
Experience with contract implementation and supplier onboarding in a structured procurement environment.
Working knowledge of SAP ARIBA or equivalent e-sourcing and P2P platforms.
Ability to travel globally up to 10%.

Nice To Haves

CIPS foundation or equivalent procurement qualification.
Exposure to the specific regional Indirects category.
Experience working within a multi-OC or multi-country procurement environment.
Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

Execute RFx events (RFQ/RFP/RFI) for the assigned category within the global sourcing framework defined by the GCM and RCM-Global.
Prepare RFQ templates, manage supplier responses, and conduct bid evaluations.
Develop negotiation packs and lead or support commercial negotiations with suppliers.
Finalize supplier selection recommendations in line with TCO evaluation criteria and global strategy.
Lead contract implementation activities, including finalization of scope, KPIs, penalties, and incentives.
Manage supplier onboarding in ERP/procurement systems.
Monitor contract compliance and escalate deviations to the RCM-Global.
Support periodic supplier performance reviews and maintain performance scorecards.
Coordinate with Operational Managers and Buyers to ensure smooth contract call-off and P2P execution.
Resolve purchase order and invoice queries related to the category.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract records in the CLM system.
Track savings delivery against sourcing initiatives and report to the RCM-Global.
Support spend analysis and market intelligence activities for the category.
Maintain category data and supplier records in relevant procurement platforms.

Benefits

PTO package including vacation, wellness, and pay it forward time off.
13 paid holidays.
401k with Company Match up to 8%.
Annual bonus potential and merit-based increases.
Comprehensive health insurance.
Annual well-being subsidy.
20 weeks maternity and 12 weeks paternity leave options.
Sam's Club or Costco annual membership reimbursement.
Tuition-free college program or free continued education, including BA and master's programs.
Modest monthly candy allotments.