Senior Category Manager

Cushman & Wakefield

. Create a working environment that encourages high performance and innovation .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $123,250 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in facilities category management and procurement, with a strong focus on developing and executing category strategies that drive EBITDA growth and supplier performance. Proven ability to build relationships, communicate effectively, and apply analytical skills to optimize supplier agreements and operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Facilities Category ManagementContract NegotiationData AnalyticsSupplier Relationship ManagementProfessional Certifications (CPSM, CIPS, C.P.M.)

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Hard Skills

Procurement FundamentalsCategory Strategy DevelopmentDemand PlanningCommercial ArrangementsProject Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCreative Problem SolvingRelationship BuildingCommunication SkillsAnalytical Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

CPSMCIPSC.P.M.

Industry Keywords

Facilities ServicesSupply ChainEBITDA GrowthSupplier PerformanceContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create a working environment that encourages high performance and innovation
Become a trusted advisor and subject matter expert on categories
Remove roadblocks to enable procurement, company and client goals
Promote compliance with C&W’s code of conduct
Establish category plans and strategies for C&W business lines
Align category management vision with service line and procurement priorities
Drive EBITDA growth through preferred suppliers
Incorporate industry best practices into category delivery
Utilize demand planning to target value from supplier agreements
Monitor preferred supplier utilization and supplier performance
Build supplier rosters capable of delivering across service line portfolios
Develop and interpret data analytics to analyze client third-party spend
Ensure effective commercial arrangements
Communicate preferred supplier metrics and drive adoption of the preferred supplier network
Develop and maintain relationships with business units and the category management team
Develop and deliver clear, impactful communications
Develop and execute category strategies and work within supply markets to meet or exceed objectives
Work cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Technology, HR, and Project Management
Work with C&W Legal Counsel on templates, negotiations, and risk mitigation
Apply continuous improvement and change management techniques to develop and utilize the preferred supplier program

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
7+ years of facilities category management or operational experience from within the supply chain
Professional certifications preferred, e.g., CPSM, CIPS, C.P.M., or evidence of continued professional growth
In-depth knowledge of Procurement and fundamentals
Demonstrated subject matter expertise in facility services trades
Strong interpersonal and analytical skills
Ability to build relationships at all levels
Capacity to develop innovative strategies and solutions; creative problem solver
Contract negotiation and ongoing management skills
Analytics and ability to mine data for in-depth analysis
Building and managing diverse supplier relationships
Ability to independently lead and manage multiple projects
C&W DRIVE Values: Driven, Resilient, Inclusive, Visionary and Entrepreneurial

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life insurance
Disability insurance programs
Paid time away from work
Unpaid time away from work
Competitive pay