Sr. Category Manager - Fleet

Coca-Cola Bottlers' Sales & Services Company•Atlanta, FL

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Procurement Senior Category Manager - Fleet is responsible for developing and executing the strategic sourcing vision for CCBSS and Coca-Cola bottler partners across an evolving Fleet category. This includes traditional fleet responsibilities and emerging technologies such as autonomous trucking, AGVs, automated retrieval systems, telematics analytics, route optimization, predictive diagnostics, and multi-tenant cross-bottler contracting structures. The role requires strong analytics, stakeholder communication capabilities, and the ability to lead complex sourcing initiatives across a systemwide fleet landscape. The successful candidate will also leverage and maintain relationships with Coca-Cola system entities, including Bottlers, NAOU, CEPG, CONA, and members of CCBSS. Candidates must be able to manage multiple priorities, exhibit strong interpersonal skills, and communicate concisely. The ideal candidate will have the capability to lead sourcing projects, foster supplier and business stakeholder relationships, and support complex projects related to their portfolio of responsibility. This position requires strong capabilities and experience with spend, financial, and sourcing analytics.

Requirements

Strong ability to collaborate across suppliers and internal stakeholders
Proven success in managing highly complex data; ability to present concise information
Excellent negotiating, analytical thinking, and attention to detail
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to establish collaborative relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders
Strong presentation skills and the ability to influence others in a collaborative way
Demonstrated ability to learn and influence different areas of the business in a successful way
5-7 years Supply Chain, Business Management, Finance, or equivalent work experience
Willingness and ability to travel as required based on business need. However, no more than 20% (2 days out of a 2-week period).

Nice To Haves

Advanced analytical capability, including fleet data modeling, telematics diagnostics, automation datasets, and optimization algorithms
Experience evaluating and implementing autonomous systems, AGVs, robotics, and predictive technologies
Strong negotiation, contracting, and supplier governance skills
Excellent communication and cross-functional alignment capabilities
Learning agility and the ability to influence operational, technical, and strategic decision-making
Demonstrated understanding of budgets, financial modeling, and TCO methodologies.

Responsibilities

Advocate for strategic procurement decisions and resolve day-to-day supply chain challenges.
Develop end-to-end fleet sourcing strategies, including autonomous trucking, AGVs, automated retrieval systems, predictive analytics, and advanced telematics platforms.
Lead sourcing events, negotiations, and cross-bottler contracting initiatives
Build scalable multi-tenant agreements benefiting systemwide fleet operations
Analyze emerging trends in autonomous freight, electric/low-carbon vehicles, robotics, and optimization technologies
Translate analytics and fleet data into clear executive-ready insights and recommendations
Lead implementation of pilot programs across autonomous mobility and smart-fleet technology
Establish KPIs for supplier performance, technology uptime, safety, innovation, and cost efficiency
Foster supplier relationships to drive innovation and continuous improvement
Mitigate risks related to fleet operations, supply continuity, safety, and technology adoption

Benefits

Work-Life Integration - Vacation, floating holidays, parental leave, flexible work environment
Competitive Base Salary - A base salary or hourly wage rate in line with market rates for the job duties and skills required
Rewards & Recognition - Acknowledging our employees’ contributions
Retirement Plans & Guidance - Programs to assist associates in saving for retirement
Health & Welfare Plans - Medical, life, and disability insurance plans

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