- Location
- Rosemont, IL, US
- Workplace
- Remote
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Customer Service
- Seniority
- Mid
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Education
- Bachelor
- Industry
- Food & Beverage
- Category
- Supply Chain
- Role type
- Individual Contributor
- Environment
- Office
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Responsibilities
This is a remote position. The ideal candidate should be prepared to travel up to 15% of the time
Position Responsibilities:
- Develop, track, and execute sourcing strategies for assigned categories
- Analyze specific product lines, product assortment, sourcing options, profitability and market trends to identify the cost savings and profitability
- Manage supplier relationships and resolve any supply issues for products procured from global and domestic locations.
- Assist Category Management Team with key vendor activities and functions. Conduct business reviews with vendors for various categories and operating divisions.
- Negotiate supply agreements to secure the highest quality goods and the right value based on market changes, supply chain movement, and various product offerings.
- Develop and communicate changes and updates to the Supplier Agreement to different entities involved with Category Management
- The ability to travel is up to 50% as required based on job requirements and customer support needs
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree with 2 to 4 years of related experience or High School Diploma/General Education Diploma with 5 to 7 plus years of specific experience