Senior Manager, Category Management

Vallen USA

. Develop, refine, and execute Vallen's Strategic Sourcing roadmap aligned to enterprise growth goals, profitability targets, and customer value delivery .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Strategic Sourcing and Procurement, with a focus on supplier relationship management, cost reduction strategies, and data analysis to drive economic value. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement sourcing initiatives that align with enterprise goals.

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Strategic SourcingSupplier Relationship ManagementData AnalysisNegotiation TacticsCost Reduction Strategies

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Hard Skills

Strategic SourcingProcurementSupply Chain ManagementFinancial ModelingData AnalysisSupplier EconomicsTotal Cost of Ownership (TCO)KPI TrackingSourcing InitiativesCategory Management

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationInfluencing SkillsLeadership

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMBA or Advanced Degree (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Industrial DistributionManufacturingComplianceRisk ManagementCross-Functional Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, refine, and execute Vallen's Strategic Sourcing roadmap aligned to enterprise growth goals, profitability targets, and customer value delivery
Identify, assess, and execute sourcing initiatives to improve gross margin, reduce total cost of ownership (TCO), and create long term economic value
Partner with the Category Management team to align sourcing priorities, negotiate supplier terms, and implement value-driving strategies across Supplier and Product portfolios
Develop strategies to manage strategic supplier relationships, negotiate commercial terms, segment, consolidate, and rationalize the supplier base where appropriate
Analyze enterprise-wide spend data and supply chain performance to uncover sourcing opportunities not realized at the category level
Lead analytical support for proactive and reactive procurement opportunities
Champion best practices in Sourcing, Compliance, and Risk Management
Lead cross-functional strategic sourcing project implementations to ensure stakeholder alignment and timely delivery
Establish and track KPIs for sourcing initiatives, including cost savings, working capital improvements, and supplier performance metrics
Manage a team of sourcing professionals, depending on organization size

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree (Supply Chain, Business, Finance or related field) required
Preferred MBA or advanced degree
5–7+ years of progressive responsibility in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, or Supply Chain, ideally in industrial distribution, manufacturing, or a related sector
Proven success in leading sourcing strategies across complex, multi-category spend environments
Deep understanding of supplier economics, global sourcing, negotiation tactics, and TCO
Strong data analysis and financial modeling capabilities
Effective communicator with the ability to influence Executive, Commercial and Operational functions
Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a fast-paced, evolving enterprise environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Single, Employee + Spouse or Children, and Family Coverage
401(k) with discretionary company match of $0.50 on the $1.00 up to 6% of pay (U.S. positions only)
Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Dependents
Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefits and Parental Leave (and any leave required under federal, state, and local laws)
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Days): 80–160 hours of vacation time based on seniority, accrued monthly and prorated from date of hire. 40–56 hours of sick time per year based on seniority and advanced upon hire.
Paid Time Off (Holidays): 8 scheduled holidays plus 2 floating holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Resource Groups for networking and team building
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Referral Program
Safety shoe and safety glasses reimbursement (based on position)
Employee discounts through BenefitHub
Advancement opportunities