Category Manager

Join the Team That Fuels Your Favorite Beverages At Wis-Pak, we're more than just a manufacturer--we're the driving force behind some of the most recognized and loved beverage brands in the country, including Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Lipton Iced Tea, Aquafina, Vita Ice, Klarbrunn, and Bubbl'r. We believe in taking care of our people. Here's what you can expect: Generous Paid Time Off Flexible Spending Accounts Critical Illness & Accident Coverage Life Insurance Short & Long-Term Disability 401(K) with Profit Sharing Tuition Reimbursement Paid Holidays What We're Looking For As Category Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the strategic planning, development, and execution of indirect product costs and categories. What You’ll Do: Develop the category operating plan with guidance and insight from Director of Procurement and support the annual budgeting process for indirect spend categories Execution and negotiation of supplier bid processes (RFP, RFQ, RFI) Responsible for owning supplier contract compliance of fully executed agreements. Ensure direct reports are actively monitoring supplier performance Create and deliver category strategies through their own actions and the actions of any direct reports Monitor cost savings targets to ensure targets are achieved Partner with internal stakeholders to align on company priorities and needs Provide guidance and insight on supplier selection criteria by assessing what is most valued in a key category supplier relationship Review or Approve Contracts for Products and Services to be signed at an appropriate level within the organization within policy guidelines for authorized signatories Complete daily approvals in JDE for indirect purchase orders Develop exit and/or transition supply strategies as required Develop business solutions assigned; areas of opportunities include development of scorecards for major indirect suppliers, explore MRO integrators, You’ll Bring: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, finance, mathematics, or other quantitative discipline 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in sourcing, contracts, category management, financial and data analysis, or equivalent JD Edwards ERP experience preferred Power BI experience preferred ASCM or other Supply Chain certifications preferred Manufacturing industry experience preferred Up to 10% travel required Team player, self-starter, positive attitude, strong work ethic Effective communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills Strong attention to detail, analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment, and willingness to take on new responsibilities as needed Growth-Oriented Mindset: Embrace challenges and push the boundaries of what’s possible Project Management Skills Data-Driven Decision Making Knowledge of sustainable practices in sourcing and production, setting a high standard for Wis-Pak Safety minded Our Commitment to You Wis-Pak/WP Beverage is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We comply with EEOC regulations and use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility.

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