category lead

United Breweries Ltd.

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 <p>
  <strong>
   Job Tittle: Category Lead &ndash; Non-Alcoholic Beers
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Job Grade
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Location:
  </strong>
  Bengaluru, India
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Reports to:
  </strong>
  Head &ndash; International Business &amp; NAB
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  <strong>
   Department:
  </strong>
  Sales / Category Management
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  <strong>
   Role Overview
  </strong>
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 <p>
  The Category Lead for Non-Alcoholic Beers (NAB) will spearhead the strategic growth, innovation, and market penetration of UBL&rsquo;s NAB offerings across India. This role demands a visionary business leader who can blend consumer insights, product innovation, and commercial strategy to position NABs as aspirational, lifestyle-driven choices.
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  <strong>
   Key Responsibilities
  </strong>
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  <li>
   <strong>
    Category Strategy &amp; Growth
   </strong>
  </li>
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   Develop and execute a comprehensive category strategy aligned with health-conscious trends, evolving social norms, and regulatory landscapes.
  </li>
  <li>
   Identify and unlock growth drivers such as &ldquo;sober curiosity,&rdquo; premium positioning, health &amp; moderation considerations and inclusive social occasions.
  </li>
  <li>
   <strong>
    Consumer &amp; Market Insights
   </strong>
  </li>
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   Leverage internal and external data to understand consumer behaviour, and sharpen the JTBD (Jobs to be Done).
  </li>
  <li>
   Monitor global benchmarks and apply learnings to local market dynamics, especially from markets similar to India with low beer penetration.
  </li>
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   <strong>
    Innovation &amp; Product Development
   </strong>
  </li>
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   Collaborate with R&amp;D and brand teams to launch differentiated NAB brands / products
  </li>
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   Ensure taste profiles, variants and packaging resonate with the target audience.
  </li>
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   <strong>
    Channel &amp; Portfolio Management
   </strong>
  </li>
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   Optimize assortment, pricing, and merchandising strategies across modern trade, on-premise, and digital channels
  </li>
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   Drive availability and visibility through targeted campaigns and influencer-led activations.
  </li>
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   <strong>
    Stakeholder Engagement
   </strong>
  </li>
  <li>
   Work cross-functionally with Sales, Brand teams &amp; Corporate Affairs to drive synergies &amp; advocate for NAB-friendly policies
  </li>
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  <strong>
   Qualifications &amp; Experience
  </strong>
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  <li>
   10-15 years of experience in FMCG, beverage, or lifestyle categories, with at least 3 years in category management or brand strategy.
  </li>
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   Proven track record in launching and scaling consumer products, preferably in health-forward or premium segments.
  </li>
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   Strong analytical skills with experience in market forecasting, panel data, and trend analysis
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   Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  </li>
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   Preferred Attributes
  </strong>
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   Passion for consumer wellness and sustainability.
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   Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive innovation.
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   Experience working in culturally diverse and regulated markets
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Category Lead -NAB ( Non Alcoholic Beers)

Sanofi

<div><p><b>Job Title: </b>Clinical Operations Vendor Category Lead, Digital</p><p><b>
Location</b>: Cambridge MA Morristown, NJ</p><p></p><p><b>
About the Job</b></p><p></p><p>
Are you ready to shape the future of medicine? The race is on to speed up drug discovery and development to find answers for patients and their families. Your skills could be critical in helping our teams accelerate progress.</p><p></p><p><b>
Digital Clinical Operations Vendor Category Lead Overview-</b> This role requires a unique blend of clinical operations knowledge, digital transformation expertise, and vendor portfolio management to drive innovation while ensuring operational excellence.</p><p></p><p>
The Clinical Operations Vendor Category Lead (COVCL) is fully accountable for the end-to-end operational strategy and delivery of their assigned service line / vendors performance to drive operational excellence measured in acceleration of study activities, study optimization, and enhanced quality. Create a working environment that encourages high vendor operational performance and innovation.</p><p></p><p>
The COVCL will oversee each SPM (Supplier Performance Management) within the category to ensure operational consistency, on time and high-quality delivery. This role will identify optimization and opportunities to simplify processes to support the pace &amp; delivery of the development portfolio. They will set service line goals, KPIs and target metrics and measure the success with each vendor.</p><p></p><p>
The COVCL will encourage innovation and bring new best in class ideas and approaches to the table for developing and executing category strategies and working within the supply market to opportunities meets or exceed innovation objectives.</p><p></p><p>
The COVCL will be well versed in Sanofi&rsquo;s portfolio, corporate KPIs and will work with the study teams managing those KPIs/QPIs to ensure vendor support and delivery as expected. The COVCL will have a strong understanding of the number of planned studies, vendor capabilities and indications to be able to assess potential workload, lessons learned and cost savings with the vendors.</p><p></p><p>
The COVCL will have a deep understanding of the vendor&rsquo;s processes, operational model and timelines for implementation to identify and support continuous improvements and lessons learned. They will identify areas of risk and outline mitigation plans.</p><p></p><p>
They will understand the end-to-end contracting process and ensure the vendor is within the obligations. Have a clear vision of category spend and efficiencies.</p><p></p><p>
 The COVCL will be responsible for initiating, maintaining, and delivering strong governance in their given categories/services. They will partner with procurement and quality and contribute to the internal outsourcing governance to set/adjust the strategy of the given services/categories under his/her responsibility.</p><p></p><p>
 COVCL will be involved in new vendor selection and qualification and will be aware of the current trends and competitive landscape of their service.</p><p></p><p>
 The COVCL will ensure quality of the delivery of the service line by supporting audits at both the study and vendor level.</p><p></p><p>
 The COVCL will need to utilize change management techniques to drive the development and utilization of new ways of working to empower vendor success.</p><p>
 Key interfaces for COVCL are the of vendors, Vendor Excellence SMEs, Clinical Operations Project Lead, Clinical Operations Study Lead, Procurement and other relevant departments.</p><p></p><p>
COVCL functionally reports to Vendor Performance Management Head.</p><p></p><p>
We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people&rsquo;s lives. We&rsquo;re also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?</p><p></p><p><b>
Main Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Oversee the end-to-end digital vendor landscape for clinical trials, including: Core R&amp;D digital platforms and systems. Emerging technology vendorsAI/Machine Learning solution providersDigital biomarker understanding to coordinate with the strategy teamClinical trial innovation partners</p></li><li><p>
Collaborate with Digital R&amp;D (dotted line) to align vendor strategies with broader digital transformation initiatives</p></li><li><p>
Drive MVP (Minimum Viable Product) evaluations and make data-driven decisions on vendor progression or termination</p></li><li><p>
Identify opportunities for vendor consolidation and core partner strategy (new capabilities) to support key assets</p></li><li><p>
Thoughtful Risk Taking on vendor capabilities.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
End to End Operational Strategy and Delivery of a service line:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Oversee vendors performance within the category</p></li><li><p>
Ensure operational consistency of delivery</p></li><li><p>
Set service line goals and KPI/QPIs</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Strong Vendor Governance:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Organize regular governance meetings for existing vendors.</p></li><li><p>
Participate in selection and qualification of new vendors.</p></li><li><p>
undefined</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Support study and vendor audits/inspections:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Ensure preparation and proper responses to audit/inspection reports for finding associated to vendor related findings. Develop and implement immediate action plans with the vendor if needed. Prepare and assist in PAI preparation and ensure an Inspection-readiness approach.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
About You</b></p><ul><li><p>
Bachelors degree in relevant field (Health Sciences, Clinical Research, or related discipline)</p></li><li><p>
Minimum 8 years experience in Digital Clinical Operations and or Clinical Operations Vendor Management</p></li><li><p>
Experience of working with an internal team &amp; Strong Business Acumen</p></li><li><p>
Significant proven experience in vendor management, vendor oversight, and clinical operations knowledge and managing clinical studies with strong project management skills.</p></li><li><p>
Results Oriented- someone that focuses on the outcomes and demonstrates the ability to think differently and prioritizes outcomes / achieving the goals defined. Driven to deliver business impact.</p></li><li><p>
Solid knowledge of clinical development, GCP &amp; ICH guidelines, regulations by major regulatory bodies such as FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and EMA (European Medicines Agency), and SOPs/ QDs.</p></li><li><p>
Strong in leadership (ability to interface with all Sr. levels across the organization), decision making, thoughtful risking taking and problem-solving skills. Strong critical thinking skills;<b> </b>able to identify and anticipate study risks.</p></li><li><p>
Agile and able to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events in clinical studies. Strong ability to <b>Act for Change</b>.</p></li><li><p>
Strong Interpersonal and Analytic Skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong influencing skills to effectively build relationships with internal and external stakeholders. English language skill: ability to exchange fluently (incl. negotiation), lead international meetings, analytics ability to dive into data driving operational delivery, write meeting minutes/ emails/ study documents, internal &amp; external communications.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Why Choose Us?</b></p><ul><li><p>
Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.</p></li><li><p>
Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it&rsquo;s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.</p></li><li><p>
Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.</p></li><li><p>
Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks&rsquo; gender-neutral parental leave.</p></li></ul><p></p><p>
Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.</p><p></p><p>
#GD-SA<br>
#LI-SA<br>
#LI-Onsite</p><p>
#vhd</p><p>
All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.</p></div>

Clinical Operations Vendor Category Lead (COVCL) Digital

Majid Al Futtaim

<p>Develop and deliver the strategic roadmap and annual budget for relevant categories in collaboration with the Business, Procurement Director, and Head of Procurement.</p> <ul> <li>Create and implement sourcing strategies at the project level, ensuring compliance with legal, internal policies, and business goals.</li> <li>Manage and lead sourcing activities for new project developments, ensuring key milestones and timelines are met.</li> <li>Identify opportunities for consolidation, standardization, and scoping to drive cost improvements.</li> <li>Analyze supplier offers and assess the total cost of ownership (TCO) to optimize sourcing decisions.</li> <li>Meet or exceed annual sourcing goals and savings targets for Majid Al Futtaim spend.</li> <li>Negotiate pricing and finalize commercial supply agreements/contracts in close collaboration with Majid Al Futtaim Legal.</li> <li>Continuously analyze market trends, manage supplier relationships, and report on sourcing strategies to improve procurement processes and meet KPIs and SLAs.</li> </ul>

Category Lead Fit Out

Proterial

<div><p><b>Location:
</b></p>Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
<p></p><p><b>Job ID:
</b></p>R0110879
<p></p><p><b>Date Posted:
</b></p>2025-10-30
<p></p><p><b>Company Name:
</b></p>HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED
<p></p><p><b>Profession (Job Category):
</b></p>Customer Service &amp; Contact Center Operations
<p></p><p><b>Job Schedule:
</b></p>Full time
<p></p><p><b>Remote:
</b></p>No
<p></p><p><b>Job Description:
</b></p><p><b>The opportunity:
</b></p><p></p><p>Serve as the primary procurement interface to the C-suite in India, ensuring alignment between IMS strategies
<br>
and executive priorities. Translate business investment and operational needs into procurement outcomes, while providing expert guidance on CAPEX and Professional Services sourcing and supplier partnerships. Act
<br>
as a trusted advisor, driving executive engagement, risk mitigation, and transformation adoption.
</p><p></p><p><b>How you&rsquo;ll make an impact:
</b></p><p></p><ul><li>Executive Stakeholder Management
 <br>
<ul><li>Build and manage trusted relationships with CFO, COO, CHRO, and other senior leaders.
 </li><li>Anticipate business needs, articulate procurement&rsquo;s value, and influence decision-making at the executive
 </li></ul>level.
 <br>
<ul><li>Provide clear, executive-ready communication on risks, opportunities, and performance.
 </li><li>Act as the &ldquo;voice of the business&rdquo; back into SCM IMS Function.
</li></ul></li><li>Strategic Guidance &amp; Business Partnering
 <br>
<ul><li>Translate corporate procurement strategies into regionally relevant plans.
 </li><li>Champion adoption of digital tools and transformation initiatives at the executive level.
 </li><li>Ensure compliance and risk frameworks are understood and embedded in leadership decisions.
 </li></ul></li><li>Change management
 <br>
<ul><li>Drive adoption of new tools and processes, enabling smooth transitions and building confidence in digital
 </li></ul>transformations.
</li><li>Project management
 <br>
<ul><li>Lead CAPEX and sourcing projects with clear planning, stakeholder alignment and risk controls to ensure
</li></ul>timely and strategic delivery.
 </li><li>Work closely with key functions like real estate etc. to drive negotiations with suppliers to realize cost reduction.
</li><li>Sourcing &amp; Execution
 <br>
<ul><li>Provide subject matter expertise in CAPEX procurement and investment projects.
 </li><li>Advise on sourcing strategies for major CAPEX projects, ensuring alignment with business strategy.
 </li><li>Lead or oversee critical supplier negotiations where executive sponsorship is required.
 </li><li>Scout, evaluate, and recommend strategic suppliers and innovations relevant to CAPEX.
</li></ul></li><li>Insights &amp; Risk Management
 <br>
<ul><li>Deliver regional insights on market trends, supplier risks, and regulatory shifts to executives.
 </li><li>Prepare executive briefing packs with data-driven recommendations.
 </li><li>Proactively escalate and resolve high-impact supplier or project issues
</li></ul></li><li>Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
</li><li>Living Hitachi Energy&rsquo;s core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Your background:
</b></p><p></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s or master&rsquo;s degree.
</li><li>8+ years of work experience of which minimum 5 years in a Supply Chain Role around CAPEX and Strategic Sourcing in a company.
</li><li>Supply Chain Certification is nice to have.
</li><li>Strong knowledge of:
<br>
o Detailed knowledge in managing Indirect Materials and Services, for example for Facilities, Real
<br>
Estate, etc.
 <br>
o Business process standards and associated applications.
 <br>
o Driving vendor consolidation and vendor sourcing for related functions.
</li><li>Strong knowledge of the Supply Chain Process related to Indirect Categories such as: Facilities, Real Estate, etc.
</li><li>Strong project management and execution skills.
</li><li>Ability to lead initiatives and promote acceptance across units and product lines management.
</li><li>Solid knowledge of different supply chains and logistics structures in large corporates.
</li><li>Outstanding organizational skills to manage multiple moving parts simultaneously and optimally in a matrix organization and with very little oversight and direction.
</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to interact with C-level executives as well as rank and file in the SCM organization.
</li><li>Proficiency in both spoken &amp; written English language is required.
</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a </b><b>general inquiry form </b><b>on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.
</b></h2><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.</b></h2></div><p></p>

Senior SCM IMS Category Lead

Hitachi Energy

<div><p><b>Description</b>
</p><p><b>The opportunity:</b></p><p></p><p>
Serve as the primary procurement interface to the C-suite in India, ensuring alignment between IMS strategies<br>
and executive priorities. Translate business investment and operational needs into procurement outcomes, while providing expert guidance on CAPEX and Professional Services sourcing and supplier partnerships. Act<br>
as a trusted advisor, driving executive engagement, risk mitigation, and transformation adoption.</p><p></p><p><b>
How you&rsquo;ll make an impact:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Executive Stakeholder Management<br>
<ul><li>Build and manage trusted relationships with CFO, COO, CHRO, and other senior leaders.</li><li>Anticipate business needs, articulate procurement&rsquo;s value, and influence decision-making at the executive</li></ul>
 level.<br>
<ul><li>Provide clear, executive-ready communication on risks, opportunities, and performance.</li><li>Act as the &ldquo;voice of the business&rdquo; back into SCM IMS Function.</li></ul></li><li>
Strategic Guidance &amp; Business Partnering<br>
<ul><li>Translate corporate procurement strategies into regionally relevant plans.</li><li>Champion adoption of digital tools and transformation initiatives at the executive level.</li><li>Ensure compliance and risk frameworks are understood and embedded in leadership decisions.</li></ul></li><li>
 Change management<br>
<ul><li>Drive adoption of new tools and processes, enabling smooth transitions and building confidence in digital</li></ul>
 transformations.</li><li>
Project management<br>
<ul><li>Lead CAPEX and sourcing projects with clear planning, stakeholder alignment and risk controls to ensure</li></ul>
timely and strategic delivery.</li><li>
 Work closely with key functions like real estate etc. to drive negotiations with suppliers to realize cost reduction.</li><li>
Sourcing &amp; Execution<br>
<ul><li>Provide subject matter expertise in CAPEX procurement and investment projects.</li><li>Advise on sourcing strategies for major CAPEX projects, ensuring alignment with business strategy.</li><li>Lead or oversee critical supplier negotiations where executive sponsorship is required.</li><li>Scout, evaluate, and recommend strategic suppliers and innovations relevant to CAPEX.</li></ul></li><li>
Insights &amp; Risk Management<br>
<ul><li>Deliver regional insights on market trends, supplier risks, and regulatory shifts to executives.</li><li>Prepare executive briefing packs with data-driven recommendations.</li><li>Proactively escalate and resolve high-impact supplier or project issues</li></ul></li><li>
Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.</li><li>
Living Hitachi Energy&rsquo;s core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Your background:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s or master&rsquo;s degree.</li><li>
8+ years of work experience of which minimum 5 years in a Supply Chain Role around CAPEX and Strategic Sourcing in a company.</li><li>
Supply Chain Certification is nice to have.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of:<br>
o Detailed knowledge in managing Indirect Materials and Services, for example for Facilities, Real<br>
Estate, etc.<br>
 o Business process standards and associated applications.<br>
 o Driving vendor consolidation and vendor sourcing for related functions.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of the Supply Chain Process related to Indirect Categories such as: Facilities, Real Estate, etc.</li><li>
Strong project management and execution skills.</li><li>
Ability to lead initiatives and promote acceptance across units and product lines management.</li><li>
Solid knowledge of different supply chains and logistics structures in large corporates.</li><li>
Outstanding organizational skills to manage multiple moving parts simultaneously and optimally in a matrix organization and with very little oversight and direction.</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to interact with C-level executives as well as rank and file in the SCM organization.</li><li>
Proficiency in both spoken &amp; written English language is required.</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a </b><b>general inquiry form</b><b> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</b></h2><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.</b></h2></div><p></p>

Idaho Power Company

<div><div><i>**If you are a current Idaho Power employee, please apply through the </i><div><i>Employee Portal</i></div><i>.</i></div><div></div><div>
Application Deadline:</div>
11/17/2025 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time<div></div><div>
# of Positions:</div>
1<div></div><div>
Job Type:</div>
Regular<div></div><div>
Job End Date:</div><div></div><div>
Exemption Status:</div>
Exempt<div></div><div>
Pay Range:</div>
$112,403.20 - $135,366.40 Annually<div></div><div>
Minimum Age Requirement:</div><div></div><div>
Job Description:</div><div>
Idaho Power &mdash; located in vibrant Boise, Idaho &mdash; is looking for a <i>Category Management Lead</i> to join our Supply Chain Procurement team. It&rsquo;s an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we&rsquo;re working hard to safely provide our customers with the safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on. While this position is based at Idaho Power&rsquo;s downtown Boise location, we offer both flexible schedules and the opportunity to work up to 40% remote after a period of demonstrated proficiency in their role.</div><div></div><div>
What does a Category Management Lead do for us?</div><div>
This individual will develop, lead, and execute supply strategies to support Idaho Power's procurement objectives. They are responsible for source development, negotiations, contracts, and supplier management for assigned materials and services. They will develop strong working relationships with internal customers and key suppliers to assure enterprise-wide cost, quality, risk, and service targets are met. They also help implement strategic activities for the entire Procurement operation, including the contracting, purchasing and supplier relationship teams.</div><div><br>
In addition to the meaningful work we do, we offer work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, an employee incentive plan, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.</div><div></div><div>
A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE</div><div>
Knowledge of:</div><ul><li>
Creating and implementing category strategies for a wide range of service/goods industries</li><li>
Conducting market research to develop cost estimates, forecasts and sourcing strategies</li><li>
Presenting purchasing decisions based on cost and scenario analysis, as well as market trends</li><li>
Negotiating complex contracts with key suppliers, including costs and terms of supply, service, and quality</li><li>
Identification, recommendation, and pursuit of supplier opportunities</li><li>
Estimating category risks and applying risk minimizing techniques that comply with industry standards and regulations</li><li>
Contract operationalization of key category contracts</li></ul><div>
Preferred:</div><ul><li>
Supply chain methodologies, strategic sourcing techniques, utility industry commodities</li></ul><div>
Skills in:</div><ul><li>
Business process, time management, decision making, critical thinking, analytical, negotiation, organizational, and problem-solving skills</li><li>
Data analytics to make informed decisions and optimize category performance.</li><li>
Solid presentation and facilitation skills to work with cross functional groups in establishing and achieving common goals</li><li>
Advanced understanding of key contract terms</li><li>
Broad business acumen with the ability to translate abstract thoughts into understandable messages for wider business consumption</li><li>
Manage and coordinate multiple projects, including competing priorities</li><li>
Maintaining strategic supplier relationships and developing strong partnerships</li><li>
Demonstrated success leading complex projects, programs, and/or sourcing activities combined with analyzing and problem-solving experience</li></ul><div>
Preferred:</div><ul><li>
Evaluating sourcing procedures and presenting improvement strategies to senior management</li><li>
Analyzing and calculating procurement costs and developing cost reduction strategies</li><li>
Being courageous and willing to constructively challenge the status quo, critical and creative thinking, change management, and strong analytics and root cause analysis</li></ul><div>
Ability to:</div><ul><li>
Manage and/or work on project teams or independently</li><li>
Coordinate and review the work of others</li><li>
Communicate effectively with a variety of audiences, exceptional interpersonal and group facilitation</li><li>
Be flexible to changing priorities to ensure proper completion of tasks</li><li>
Gather information, identify linkage and trends, and apply findings to assignments, develop alternatives</li><li>
Must be able to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment and maintain composure while dealing effectively with a diverse customer base and constructively work under stress and pressure when faced with high workloads and aggressive deadlines</li><li>
Ask difficult questions and solve difficult problems</li><li>
Apply exceptional analytical and strategic thinking abilities</li><li>
Earn the trust of key stakeholders to drive alignment with the business</li></ul><div>
Preferred:</div><ul><li>
Provide training, mentor procurement team members, and influence effectively at all levels</li></ul><div><br>
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS</div><div>
Education:</div><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree</li></ul><div>
OR</div><ul><li>
An equivalent combination of education and experience</li></ul><div>
Preferred:</div><ul><li>
Masters degree in business, supply chain, or related field</li></ul><div>
Experience:</div><ul><li>
7 years related work experience <i>including</i> 5 years recent experience in corporate operations, procurement or contracting fields</li></ul><div>
Preferred:</div><ul><li>
3 years of project management or other demonstrated leadership experience</li><li>
3 years of demonstrated success leading complex contract strategies in the Utility Industry</li><li>
5 years recent experience in category management in the Utility Industry</li></ul><div><br>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS<br>
This position requires working at a desk/computer for extended periods of time. It requires the use of office equipment, fine motor skills including typing on the computer, dialing phones, filing paper, and working in close proximity to other people. There may be occasional lifts of no more than 10 lbs. The above is a summary of the primary essential functions of the position. This job may require the performance of additional tasks assigned by company leaders or management. Questions regarding job requirements or accommodation requests should be directed to Human Resources.</div><div></div><div>
Competencies:</div>
Adaptability, Building Partnerships, Communication, Continuous Improvement, Influencing, Planning and Organizing<div></div><div>
__________________________________</div><div></div><div><i>
Need Assistance Completing Your Application?</i></div><div></div><div><i>
Please contact our Recruiting Office if you have questions, require assistance or accommodation while applying for employment with Idaho Power Company: </i><i>Phone</i><i>: 208-388-2965 or </i><i>Email</i><i>: </i><div><i>jobs@idahopower.com</i></div></div><div></div><div><i>
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Category Management Lead

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<p>Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive global category strategies aligned with business goals.</p><p>Oversee end-to-end category management across multiple business lines, ensuring consistency, transparency, and value creation.</p><p>Drive supplier performance management, contract optimization, and strategic sourcing initiatives.</p><p>Champion the adoption of digital and AI-enabled procurement solutions to enhance visibility, forecasting, and decision-making.</p><p>Embed data-driven insights and automation across procurement operations to strengthen compliance and operational agility.</p><p>Collaborate with senior business leaders and cross-functional teams to identify strategic sourcing opportunities and manage risk.</p><p>Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal governance frameworks.</p><p><b>Requirements:</b></p><p>Bachelor s or Master s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related discipline.</p><p>Proven experience in global category management, strategic sourcing, or procurement leadership roles, ideally within financial services or complex multinational environments.</p><p>Strong analytical, commercial, and negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at senior levels.</p><p>Experience leveraging digital tools, AI, or automation in procurement functions is highly desirable.</p><p>Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.</p>

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