Category Manager – Distribution
FTI
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Menasha • Illinois • Kansas • United States
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About the role
- develop and execute short- and long-term category strategies aligned with organizational goals
- analyze market trends, forecast trends, competitive landscape, and supplier financial performance
- monitor KPIs and proactively identify risks and opportunities
- develop pricing strategies to maximize margin and competitiveness
- identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable pricing, terms, and service levels
- build strong supplier relationships
- evaluate supplier performance and implement corrective actions
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field
- 3–7+ years of experience in category management, procurement, or related field
- strong analytical and financial acumen
- experience evaluating market dynamics and supply trends
- proven negotiation expertise
- demonstrated success in supplier relationship management
- strong contract development and administration skills
- advanced proficiency in Excel and other data analysis tools
- familiarity with ERP systems and reporting platforms
Benefits
- industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families
- competitive, merit-based compensation
- career path development
- flexible and robust benefits package
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
category managementprocurementdata analysisfinancial acumennegotiationcontract developmentsupplier evaluationpricing strategiesKPI monitoringmarket analysis
Soft Skills
analytical skillsrelationship managementcommunicationproblem-solvingstrategic thinkingrisk identificationopportunity identificationcollaborationdecision-makingleadership