Category Manager – Interior Systems & Finishes
DPR Construction
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Austin • Florida • North Carolina • United States
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About the role
- 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
- 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
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible work hours
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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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