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Drive value and performance across the capital investments that keep our operations running and growing. As a Senior Category Manager of Capital Procurement, you will lead sourcing strategies for equipment, machinery, and construction services while building strong supplier partnerships and delivering high impact contracting solutions. You will collaborate closely with cross functional partners to align sourcing approaches with business needs, guide stakeholders on procurement best practices, and ensure contracts are executed with clarity and value in mind. This role is ideal for a strategic, detail-oriented professional who enjoys managing complex sourcing initiatives, strengthening supplier performance, and contributing to continuous improvement across procurement processes.
Job Responsibility:
Create and implement category sourcing strategies focusing on total value creation including cost optimization and cash release
Conduct spending analysis, market research, and supplier benchmarking
Develop supplier by creating fit for purpose strategic relationships and ensure
Supplier performance defined by KPIs. Escalate issues as needed
Lead sourcing events (RFPs, negotiations) and supplier evaluations
Apply negotiation strategies to secure favorable terms and outcomes
Ensure smooth contract handoff and alignment with operational teams
Collaborate with Procurement CoE to apply standardized sourcing tools
Assist in managing contract terms, renewals, and compliance checkpoints
Serve as the day-to-day liaison for suppliers in the category
Monitor performance metrics and support corrective actions when needed
Identify and escalate supplier risks to senior leadership
Ensure adherence to procurement policies and workflows
Coordinate with purchasing teams on urgent or non-standard spend
Recommend process improvements and contribute to best practice adoption
Share insights and support peer development
Actively participate in knowledge sharing across the procurement function
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience
10+ years’ experience in sourcing and contracting, procurement, or category management, including 3+ years in a leadership role
Strong expert experience in RFx process, proposal evaluation, deal and contract negotiation
Project management experience and ability to project manage multiple complex projects
Experience in Capital Programs, Engineering, Construction, or Design-Build
Strong analytical, planning, interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to collaborate with operations, finance, and legal teams
Proficiency in ERP and sourcing tools (e.g., SAP Ariba)
What we offer:
medical/Rx
401(k) with employer match after 1 year
critical illness
accident insurance
dental
vision
life insurance
optional group life insurance
short-term and long-term disability protection
flexible spending accounts
paid time off
annual bonus available (variable depending on performance)