Manager, Indirect Procurement, Category Management - Facilities (100% Remote)

US Foods • IL

85d • $85,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Join Our Community of Food People! This position has been segmented 'Remote Anywhere' meaning the work is completed 100% remote anywhere in the U.S. except Hawaii or United States Territories. As a Category Manager, you will play a key role within our expanding Indirect Procurement Team, partnering closely with stakeholders and suppliers to deliver a best-in-class procurement experience. Success in this role requires strong expertise in category management and strategic sourcing, along with a proven ability to negotiate contracts effectively. The ideal candidate is influential, highly organized, deadline-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that values continuous learning and improvement.

Requirements

• Five (5) years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement management.
• Strong financial and analytical skills with a commitment to fact-based decision-making; consistently leveraging market data, spend analysis, establishing cost modeling opportunities to drive informed strategies.
• Ability to work independently.
• Project management expertise with strong leadership, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Passionate about saving money.

Nice To Haves

• Proven ability to lead contract negotiations and manage supplier relationships effectively.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills with the ability to engage cross-functional stakeholders.
• Proficient in procurement platforms and ERP systems (SAP and Beroe).
• In-depth understanding of industry regulations, global sourcing strategies as related to a public organization.
• Demonstrated experience working with business partners and managing complexities across regions from a remote location.
• Solid financial acumen with the ability to analyze cost structures and lead cost-saving initiatives.
• Willingness and ability to travel for supplier engagements, industry events, and internal meetings as required.

Responsibilities

• Regularly analyze category spend to prioritize sourcing initiatives and uncover cost-saving opportunities with a focus on cost reduction and other key performance metrics.
• Design and execute sourcing strategies to maximize the value of every dollar, reduce risk, and improve supplier performance.
• Identify, assess, and manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost-efficiency, and operational reliability through clear key performance indicators.
• Lead contract negotiations to secure favorable terms aligned with organizational goals.
• Prepare and deliver presentations and reports to internal customers, providing updates and actionable insights.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to identify sourcing opportunities, align with industry best practices, and drive innovation.
• Track industry trends and market dynamics to strengthen category strategies and uncover potential supplier partnerships.
• Assess market developments and business risks to support proactive and informed sourcing decisions and development of mitigation plans.
• Partner with cross-matrixed teams to define sourcing needs and align procurement projects with broader business objectives.
• Drive process improvements to enhance business efficiency and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead and manage RFx processes using the company’s Source-to-Pay (S2P) platform.
• Oversee contracts throughout their entire lifecycle within the S2P system.
• Promote user adoption by leveraging guided buying tools and fostering catalog functionalities.
• Educate business partners on procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Perform additional tasks and projects assigned by the manager.

Benefits

• Full US Foods Benefits - DAY 1! medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, and much more!
• Annual incentive plan bonus.
• Health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees