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Acts as subject matter expert for particular categories or services in the industry.
Develops and implements category plans and sourcing strategies for high complexity categories that optimize cost, mitigate risk, and ensure supply continuity.
Leads competitive bidding processes including RFPs, RFIs, and negotiations to secure best-value agreements.
Negotiates, drafts, and manages contracts to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, corporate policies, and industry standards.
Develops and sustains mutually beneficial strategic relationships with category and cross-portfolio suppliers, conducting regular performance reviews, fostering collaboration on innovation and continuous improvement, and ensuring alignment with the company’s safety, reliability, and sustainability goals.
Partners with and influences cross-functional stakeholders and teams in developing sourcing and negotiation strategies for high complexity spend categories
Maintains awareness of industry and market trends, supplier landscapes, and regulatory changes to drive informed decision-making and strategic sourcing initiatives.
Conducts and documents market research and supplier risk analysis to verify the financial health of existing and potential suppliers.
Works with senior management to support strategic planning and decision-making at the officer level.
Category Leader, Principal
Oakland, CA$128K - $190K / yearPosted 1 weeks ago
Full-timehybridprincipal