Category Manager, Indirect Procurement Position Available In St. Louis City, Missouri

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Category Manager is responsible for procurement operations and driving value creation for their assigned categories. This position implements the category strategy to provide the materials and services to meet organizational requirements for functionality, quality, volume, availability, and pricing.

Additionally, the position is responsible for the procurement of equipment and services on a total value basis. This role will collaborate with internal stakeholders and external business partners in sourcing, contracting, purchasing, supplier management, risk management and other procurement activities. This position requires identifying and realizing optimization opportunities, implementing processes and building strong relationships. This role requires 4 days in office and 1 day remote (Tuesday & Wednesday are required in-office days). This role is also located in St Louis, Missouri.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Leads and manages categories with a primary focus on equipment categories. Collaborates with suppliers and Topco (Group Procurement Organization) partners to negotiate and implement agreements. Supports the Sr. Manager of Indirect to develop and set strategies for select equipment, material and service categories. Provides thought leadership and subject matter expertise to execute sourcing initiatives for equipment categories in support of business objectives. Works directly with Merchandising and Engineering teams to procure needed equipment, material and services in support of projects including remodels, new store openings and other projects. Creates solutions and troubleshoots issues that surface around quality of the supplies, lead time, sourcing, life of the equipment, impact from product discontinuation, or safety concerns that may arise. Works with suppliers and internal stakeholders to identify opportunities and reduce waste in the supply chain. Uses learnings to create proactive plans to facilitate a seamless future process. Leads, manages and develops one direct report. Supports and assists in their development.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Required Education:

Bachelor’s Degree Minimum Years of Experience:

4-5 years of procurement experience or 8 years of relevant retail experience required

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge Sound understanding of Microsoft Office, Google, ERP and key purchasing and project mgmt system tools. Ability to manage categories to achieve financial targets, strategic goals, and greatest total value for stakeholders. Stay current with market and industry trends. Understand macro and micro market impacts. Understanding of and ability to apply Total cost of Ownership concept. Basic financial literacy, including the understanding of the cost of inventory holding, and understanding downstream impact of procurement decisions. Skills & Abilities Excellent professional communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational skills including prioritizing, scheduling, and time management; Ability to manage multiple projects and NFR categories. Strong negotiations skills with ability to develop and grow strategic supplier partner relationships. Integrity, ability to maintain security of highly confidential and sensitive information. Excellent ability to evaluate a situation and develop effective and efficient solutions.

FORMAL POLICY SETTING

Makes recommendations to management

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Walking Primarily sitting Standing Primarily sitting Lifting Up to 25 lbs Travel 0-25% Work Environment Occasional work beyond normal work time on work days. The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents. Additional Requirements –

Internal Candidates:

Store/Facility Teammates:

minimum of six months employment with Schnucks preferred.

Store Support Center Teammates:

minimum of one year employment with Schnucks preferred. Must be in good standing (not on a performance improvement plan or active discipline). If invited for an interview, must have manager approval based on performance. Schnucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. From the exciting, fast-paced store environment to manufacturing and production facilities, Schnucks offers career opportunities for talented teammates who want to work for a friendly, family-oriented company. It’s easy to see why you should work for

Schnucks:

Friendly, Fast-Paced Environment Teammate Discount after Qualifying Period Chance To Advance. Schnucks has a strong tradition of promoting from within. Many teammates who started working with us have grown with us, as their part-time jobs became long-term careers. Schnucks is successful because we value our teammates as much as our customers. Schnucks is one of the top 100 privately owned companies and one of the top 10 privately owned supermarket chains nationwide.