Sourcing Category Manager

Schreiber Foods•Green Bay, WI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly strategic and results-oriented Sourcing Category Manager to lead a portfolio of direct and/or indirect spend categories. This role is responsible for developing and executing category strategies that deliver business value through cost competitiveness, supply assurance, innovation, sustainability, supplier performance, and risk management. The successful candidate will operate as the business owner of their category, partnering closely with Operations, Planning, Finance, Quality, R&D, and Commercial teams to build long-term strategies and drive measurable enterprise impact. This position requires a leader who can balance strategic thinking with disciplined execution while serving as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders and strategic suppliers. The role aligns with a strategic sourcing model focused on developing category managers who think like general managers of their categories rather than buyers of their categories.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or related field.
5+ years of Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, or related experience.
Experience leading supplier negotiations and contract management.
Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive change.
Advanced proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools.
Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.
Employee must have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based.

Nice To Haves

Experience in food manufacturing, packaging, ingredients, logistics, or related industries.
Professional certifications (CPSM, CSCP, CPIM, CPM, or equivalent).
Experience leading strategic supplier relationships.
Power BI or other analytics platform experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain comprehensive 3–5 year category strategies.
Analyze market trends, industry dynamics, supplier capabilities, and competitive benchmarks.
Build category roadmaps aligned to business objectives and enterprise priorities.
Conduct scenario planning and evaluate opportunities, risks, and market disruptions.
Identify value creation initiatives beyond traditional cost savings.
Lead strategic supplier relationships and executive business reviews.
Establish supplier performance scorecards covering cost, quality, service, innovation, sustainability, and risk.
Drive supplier accountability and continuous improvement initiatives.
Develop supplier segmentation strategies and governance models.
Foster innovation and collaboration with key suppliers.
Lead sourcing events, negotiations, and contract development.
Build total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses to support sourcing decisions.
Deliver annual savings, cost avoidance, working capital improvements, and value generation targets.
Develop pricing strategies and monitor key market indices.
Partner with Finance to validate and track realized value.
Assess and monitor supplier operational, financial, geopolitical, and capacity risks.
Develop risk mitigation strategies and supply continuity plans.
Evaluate single-source exposure and implement resilience strategies where appropriate.
Lead supplier recovery efforts during service disruptions and business continuity events.
Collaborate with Operations, Planning, Product Development, Quality, Logistics, and Finance.
Provide sourcing leadership during product launches, network changes, and strategic initiatives.
Influence business decisions without direct authority.
Lead cross-functional projects and strategic sourcing initiatives.
Identify supplier-driven innovation opportunities.
Support sustainability goals through responsible sourcing programs.
Evaluate emerging technologies, materials, and processes.
Drive supplier participation in environmental and social responsibility initiatives.