Category Manager – Interior Systems & Finishes

DPR Construction

Category Manager developing and executing sourcing strategies for construction supply and rental services. Collaborating cross-functionally to optimize supplier programs and enhance operational efficiency.

Posted 4/8/2026full-timeAustin • Florida, North Carolina, Texas, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute multi-year category strategies aligned with OES business needs, spend profiles, and growth plans.
Analyze spend, supplier landscapes, and market trends to identify opportunities for consolidation, standardization, and strategic partnerships.
Lead supplier identification, evaluation, onboarding, and performance management for assigned categories.
Own and execute strategic sourcing events (RFx), including bid development, evaluation, total cost analysis, and commercial negotiations in partnership with Risk and Legal.
Establish and manage preferred supplier programs, framework agreements, MSAs, and category pricing catalogs.
Partner with Operations, Procurement, and branch teams to drive program adoption, purchasing compliance, and vendor performance.
Monitor and report on category performance, including margins, cost savings, cost avoidance, service levels, and supplier compliance.

Requirements

What you’ll need

4–6+ years in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain operations.
Experience in category management strongly preferred.
Construction or material distribution industry experience is a strong plus.
Experience running RFPs and negotiating large commercial agreements.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

strategic sourcingcategory managementsupplier evaluationperformance managementRFxbid developmenttotal cost analysiscommercial negotiationspreferred supplier programsvendor performance

Soft Skills

analytical skillscommunicationcollaborationleadershipstrategic thinkingproblem-solvingnegotiationproject managementorganizational skillsstakeholder management