Category Manager - REMOTE

Jobgether

2d•Remote

About The Position

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Category Manager - REMOTE. In this role, you will be responsible for managing supplier relationships and programs, overseeing negotiation and demand planning for assigned regions. You will play a critical role in inventory management and work towards competitive costing opportunities. Collaborating with various stakeholders, you will help ensure the organization meets its operational objectives and continuously improves category performance. This position may also involve supervising direct reports within the supply chain.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree preferred, with concentration in Supply Chain studies being an advantage.
10+ years of experience in purchasing or inventory management.
Extensive knowledge of the building materials industry.
Strong interpersonal communication skills for negotiation and team leadership.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data extraction tools.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

Responsibilities

Manage supplier relationships and programs, including negotiation and inventory fulfillment.
Collaborate with supply chain leaders to identify product synergy and standardize pricing.
Align local sales team needs with regional leadership for marketing and training.
Measure supplier performance and initiate improvement actions for quality compliance.
Work with regional teams to maximize fill rates based on demand plans.
Guide supply chain leadership in developing negotiation strategies.
Lead assigned category replenishment teams as necessary.