Category Manager develops the overall strategy for a product category and researches new product options in the category to drive sales and achieve targets. Leads a team that provides category insights and proposals by analyzing marketing and customer data and monitoring relevant market conditions. Being a Category Manager works closely with sales team to determine optimal pricing through analysis of sales trends, competitors, buying habits and planograms of products to promote sales opportunities. Provides effective promotional materials. Additionally, Category Manager may develop special arrangements with vendors to enhance product promotions. Requires a bachelor's degree of marketing. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Category Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Category Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
PURCHASING CATEGORY SPECIALIST
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Reporting to the Purchasing Category Manager, this role is responsible for creating strategies and directly managing commodities and suppliers to exceed targets. Works with the PMO and category managers to the Total Cost of Ownership of the goods and services within the category/commodity. Performs category management, including strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contracting, performance, and risk management. Works cross functionally with material planning, production, cost engineering, legal, engineering, and finance. Proactively seeks input and guidance from more senior category specialists and category manner in the execution of duties.
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