Lead the full category management life cycle process for large global categories such as gathering, analyzing, and reporting on key market intelligence, developing a long-term category strategy, and development of "go to market" strategies.
Negotiate the best overall commercial arrangements with suppliers. Establish strong, trusted relationships with internal stakeholders and assume full responsibility for meeting business needs by: interpreting spends, category planning, deep market knowledge, development of souring strategies, rigorous supplier selection and negotiations, and contract development.
HR Professional Services heavy
Bachelor's degree with master's degree or advanced certification (MBA, CPM, CPSM, CPSC, PMP) preferred.
Minimum 5+ years of progressively increasing responsibility in Sourcing, Category Management, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Management Consulting, or business-related operations in a global environment