Category Manager

Category Manager at Merchants Automotive Group Category Manager at Merchants Automotive Group in Hooksett, New Hampshire Posted in about 12 hours ago.

Job Description:

Hooksett, New Hampshire, United States Position Title:

Category Manager Are you a strategic sourcing expert with a passion for negotiation, supplier partnerships, and driving enterprise value? Join Merchants Fleet as a Category Manager and play a key role in shaping procurement strategies across high-impact categories ranging from $80MM to $1.3B in spend. This is an exciting opportunity for a procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to influence sourcing strategy, supplier performance, and operational excellence within the automotive and fleet management industry.

Location:

Hooksett, NH (Hybrid)

What Youll Do:

As a Category Manager, you will lead procurement initiatives across critical business categories including: Upfitters OEMs Auto dealers Transportation Storage Maintenance & repair IT Marketing Automotive services and related categories Key Responsibilities Develop and execute category-specific sourcing and procurement strategies Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, risks, and opportunities within automotive and fleet management sectors Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while negotiating favorable pricing, contracts, and service agreements Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business objectives Continuously evaluate and optimize the supplier base for quality, innovation, and cost-effectiveness Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and contractual benchmarks Lead contract negotiations and ensure compliance with company standards and policies Forecast budget impacts and support overall financial performance goals Stay informed on emerging technologies, industry trends, and supplier innovations Utilize procurement systems and tools to manage sourcing activities, contracts, renewals, and reporting What Were Looking For Qualifications & Skills Strong project management and leadership capabilities Demonstrated success negotiating high-value, enterprise-level contracts Deep understanding of the automotive and fleet management industry Exceptional supplier relationship management and negotiation skills Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and market insights Experience managing budgets and conducting financial analysis Ability to influence stakeholders and drive strategic initiatives across the organization Education & Experience Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field Procurement or supply chain certification preferred Proven experience as a Category Manager or similar procurement role within automotive or fleet management industries Track record of delivering cost savings, value creation, and operational improvements Why Join Us? At Merchants Fleet, youll have the opportunity to make a measurable impact on enterprise procurement strategy while working alongside a collaborative and innovative team. If you're ready to lead complex sourcing initiatives and help shape the future of fleet management procurement, wed love to hear from you. The Company You're invigorated by team collaboration and a fast-paced work environment. Opportunities for growth motivate you to always bring your A-game. Youre tired of being told no when you think of ways to improve, innovate, and do things better. Theres a place for people like you. Welcome to Merchants Fleet. Weve been around for more than 60 years, but were the fastest growing fleet management company in North America. The fleet industry is behind every delivered package, the summertime memories kids make on their way to camp, and the heavy-duty trucks and vans that keep the lights on. Thats a lot of responsibility, and why we want our employees to always be at their best. Everything at Merchants Fleet is fueled by our entrepreneurial spirit, including: Leadership who truly lead and engage with employees Real career paths and the tools you need to grow and develop A work environment thats encouraging and collaborative We know employees wont stay if theyre not happy, which is why we provide a great benefits package on top of our award-winning work environment. In fact, weve just made the Great Companies to Work For in NH list for the eighth year in a row and have a 88% employee satisfaction score (higher than the national average of 57%). So, what are you waiting for? See why a career with Merchants Fleet is the best decision your future self has ever made. We are fortunate to have an in-house team of Talent Acquisition experts who meet the needs of our business. Because they are AWESOME, we do not need support from external recruiting partners to identify talent or augment staffing for this role. Join Center Stage at

Merchants Fleet:

Explore More + Apply Today! Merchants Fleet is the fastest-growing and most electric fleet management company in North America, serving over 20 diverse industries, powered by 525 employees in 29 states with HQ in New Hampshire. Discover the unique benefits, perks and rewarding culture we offer you download the Merchants Fleet 2026 today! Visit www.merchantsfleet.com/explore Merchants Fleet is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation with our hiring process please send an email to careers@merchantsfleet.com or call (603) 836-6483. To provide all candidates with the highest level of our attention, Merchants Fleet does not accept uninvited solicitations or resumes from third parties. All workplace policies, required notices and guidelines (including EEO posters, CCPA notice for California residents) are available online. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/protected veterans Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI284523783