About this opportunity
Kroger lists this Strategic Sourcing Category Manager opportunity in cincinnati, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Join Kroger as a Strategic Sourcing Category Manager for the Technology Category. This is an on-site position based in Cincinnati, OH. The pay range is provided by Kroger; your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience—talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range
$100,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr
Job Description
Utilize category-specific expertise to work with business stakeholders to determine category strategy, optimize supplier base, conduct sourcing events, negotiate and support contract execution. Achieve savings targets and reduce spend while meeting business needs. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.
Responsibilities
Category Management Support the senior manager in defining and reviewing procurement strategy and project pipeline
Perform periodic financial reviews to assess category financial performance with the senior manager
Identify potential suppliers to extend payment terms, improve cash conversion cycle, and enhance gross margin
Implement supplier finance and discount programs with a focus on cash flow, interest payable, and working capital
Strategic Sourcing Coordinate sourcing activities and manage analysts to achieve category goals
Coordinate sourcing strategy review and ensure that strategy documents are updated
Support the creation, execution, and communication of category management strategy for pertinent category
Drive internal compliance with policies, procedures, strategies, and guidelines on an ongoing basis
Contract Management Negotiate and execute highly complex and visible contracts with suppliers
Coordinate identified improvement opportunities, risk/mitigation strategies and develop action plans
Lead execution of SRM activities to create value, drive continuous improvement, and realize savings
Lead business relationships with suppliers, foster long-term involvement and creating value
Oversee supplier qualification with support of the business and develop a transition plan and execution of supply agreement
Procurement Process Develop, deepen and maintain trusted and collaborative relationships with business partners to ensure the organization is seen as a valued partner and is involved in business decisions
Oversee procurement process metrics, insights and proposed actions to define implementation plan
Maintain knowledge of other initiatives in Kroger that may affect the category performance
Talent Management Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties: complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
Create an effective work environment by developing a common vision, communicating clear objectives, fostering teamwork, recognizing performance, providing on-the-job coaching
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Qualifications
Minimum
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Retail, CPG, or related disciplines
5 years’ experience within the pertinent category
Ability to build impactful relationships with internal clients and key influencers to effectively execute the work
Oral and written communication skills to formulate strategies in a complex business environment
MBA or Master’s degree
CPM/CPSM, CSCP or equivalent certification
5 years’ experience in Supply Chain or Procurement
3 years of leading a sourcing team
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Tuition assistance
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Worksite address
cincinnati, OH, 45208, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.