Global Category Manager Summary

Global Category Manager job opening in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. A leading electronics manufacturer is looking for a Global Category Manager in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.  JMJ Phillip’s electronic manufacturing recruiters are seeking a Global Category Manager in Pittsburgh with exceptional negotiation and leadership skills and an astute understanding of the sourcing and category process. The successful candidate will be an instrumental leader in the procurement, sourcing, and category management processes. The selected individual will be akin to fostering long-term business partnerships while leading a diverse team of professionals. This company is offering competitive compensation and benefits for a candidate who exhibits exemplary expertise as a Category Manager in the electrical manufacturing industry.

Pittsburgh Global Category Manager Overview:

A Global Category Manager is needed in Pittsburgh to lead the category management and strategic sourcing process. The experienced candidate will be required to develop and disseminate productive strategies with business partners that are aligned with the company’s business strategy. In addition, the candidate will be required to conduct research campaigns focused on identifying innovative improvement strategies. The qualified candidate will be familiar with producing financial analyses and reports aimed at achieving company goals and reducing costs. The Pittsburgh Global Category Manager will continuously improve the supply chain processes.

Pittsburgh Global Category Manager Job Opening 

• The Global Category Manager will lead a variety of teams aimed at category management, strategic sourcing, and driving procurement.
• This job requires developing successful long-term business relationships to obtain strategic pricing agreements and supplier contracts.
• This role requires financial expertise aimed at reviewing spending analytics.
• This job requires in-depth market research aimed at identifying strategies for improving the category management process and achieving business goals.
• The Pittsburgh Global Category Manager will indirectly drive the supply chain processes.
• This job requires preparing, executing, and optimizing the strategic sourcing process.

 Global Category Manager (Pittsburgh Area) Job Requirements:  

• This job requires a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Materials Manager, Engineer, Business or any relatable field from an accredited university.
• This role requires five or more years of category management and/or strategic sourcing experience.
• The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills.
• The Global Category Manager will need expertise in working with procurement software.
• This role requires experience working in an international business environment.
• This job requires working with the IT and Professional Services Departments.

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