Category Manager
Core
Strategic product leader responsible for sourcing, vendor partnerships, and new product development within a specific product category to drive business growth and profitability.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Product & Supply Chain)
Builds
Product catalog, vendor partnerships, and new product lines
Domain
Industrial and packaging materials distribution
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Product sourcing, vendor negotiation, new product development, market trend analysis, team coaching, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Strategic planning, data accuracy management, creative strategy support
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Own product sourcing and vendor selection; Lead vendor negotiations; Organize vendor visits; Support catalog and digital marketing strategy; Increase company profitability and product quality; Coach Product Management Analysts
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership