Category Manager II

TSI, Inc. • Shoreview, MN

13d • $100,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Category Manager II is responsible for developing sourcing strategies and managing assigned commodities for TSI and DICKEY-john. This position is accountable for sourcing, cost management, supplier performance, contract and commercial agreement management, and collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders. This role also leads cross-functional Supply Chain and Engineering teams within assigned commodity areas to drive business objectives and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or another related technical field.
• Minimum of 6+ years of work experience in supply management, strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management.
• Experienced managing commodity areas and leading cross-functional commodity teams.
• Minimum of 4+ years of Tier I ERP software experience.

Nice To Haves

• APICS Certification, ISM Certification, or Graduate degree in a technical field is desired.
• Experience in a technical product manufacturing environment (low volume manufacturer).
• Lean manufacturing background.
• Experience working in a multi-plant and/or matrix management environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Supply Chain Director and/or Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead assigned commodity areas and ensure the best total cost of ownership for material and service acquisitions, including negotiation of supply and pricing agreements.
• Provide leadership and guidance to supply management personnel to drive improved supplier performance in cost, quality, and delivery.
• Lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for assigned commodities with a global perspective.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the TSI and DICKEY-john supply base.
• Evaluate and optimize the supplier base within assigned commodity areas to support cost, quality, delivery, and supply continuity objectives.
• Support the development and management of supplier and internal performance dashboards and metrics.
• Provide input on Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) affecting supported commodities and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure effective implementation.
• Serve as an active member of new product development teams, providing sourcing recommendations, preferred supplier solutions, and commodity expertise.
• Analyze supplier, market, and business data to develop recommendations and present findings to Supply Chain leadership and project teams.
• Research industry trends and best practices and identify opportunities to improve sourcing and supplier performance.
• Lead commodity teams within assigned categories and serve as the subject matter expert.
• Complete other assignments and special projects as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid floating holidays.
• Life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level