A Category Manager is needed for a utility holding company in the Henderson, CO area. This role is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for critical, high-impact categories, managing supplier relationships and contracts, mitigating risks, and driving continuous improvement while mentoring associate managers.
location: Henderson, Colorado
job type: Contract
salary: $29.34 - 41.66 per hour
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Drive category strategy for multiple complex, high-impact categories.
- Monitor industry trends and supplier risk profiles to update strategies.
- Plan and lead competitive sourcing events for targeted spend categories.
- Qualify, evaluate, and select suppliers to meet business requirements.
- Develop supplier relationship management efforts to improve cost, quality, and delivery.
- Create performance-based scorecards to monitor and evaluate supplier performance.
- Resolve disputes with suppliers and negotiate favorable outcomes.
- Lead contract negotiations and establish agreements that align with category strategies.
- Review, analyze, and negotiate contract changes and additional work orders.
- Manage contractor claims to minimize cost and schedule impacts.
- Proficiency in Microsoft® Office suite and significant experience with purchasing and sourcing systems is required. Demonstrated customer service skills.
- strong interpersonal and relationship skills are required.
- Frequently required to attend meetings.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Project Management, Business, Finance or related field or equivalent experience required.
- 5 years sourcing, purchasing or logistics experience.
- Two years plus contract formation knowledge and experience, negotiation and project management skills preferred.
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification preferred.
qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Education: Bachelors
skills:
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
