category management specialist

Fresh Express

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  Fresh Express is the market leader in branded packaged salads and fresh value-added produce. We are dedicated to innovation, fresh thinking, and delivering products that delight our consumers and drive our customers' success.
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  <strong>
   Position Overview
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  We are seeking a highly motivated
  <strong>
   Entry-Level Category Management Specialist
  </strong>
  to join our dynamic team. This position will work closely with the overall Category Management team and will report directly to the Vice President of Marketing. You will support the development and delivery of strategic, insight-driven recommendations to our retail partners. You will transform data into actionable selling stories that accelerate category and brand growth.
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   Key Responsibilities
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   Analyze and interpret multiple data sources including Circana (IRI/Nielsen), retailer shopper card data, and internal shipment reports to uncover trends and opportunities.
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   Develop and write strategic recommendations that influence customer decisions and drive category performance.
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   Create compelling, visually engaging presentations that communicate complex insights in a clear, persuasive manner.
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   Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Category Management teams to align priorities and execute initiatives.
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   Work closely with the broader Category Management team to share best practices and support key projects.
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   Support ad hoc analysis requests and category reviews to help shape customer strategies.
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   Support new business and evaluate acquisition targets
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   Qualifications
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   Bachelor's degree in Business, Data Science, Marketing, or a related field.
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   Strong analytical skills and curiosity for data-driven storytelling.
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   Proficiency working across large data sets.
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   Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build compelling presentations.
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   Passion for translating insights into persuasive selling stories.
  </li>
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   Self-starter mindset with attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
  </li>
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  <strong>
   Why Join Fresh Express?
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    Market Leadership:
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   Be part of the leading brand of salads in North America.
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    Award-Winning Excellence:
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   Fresh Express was the
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    only winner of the 2024 Category Management Captaincy Award
   </strong>
   from Progressive Grocer, recognizing our best-in-class capabilities.
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    Retail Impact:
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   Work with top retailers across the USA and Canada to shape category growth.
  </li>
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    Growth and Innovation:
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   Join a growing brand that is continuously expanding its product portfolio and redefining fresh convenience.
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    Professional Development:
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   Gain hands-on experience in category management, analytics, and strategic customer engagement in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  </li>
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   Additional Information
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   This role is based in Windermere, Florida.
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    No relocation assistance is available.
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   Other Information
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  The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
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Category Analyst

<div><ul><li><i>Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role.</i></li></ul><p></p><p><br>
DSG is seeking a<b> Waterworks Product Services Specialist </b>to join our digital team. As a Product Services Specialist, you will <b>play a key role in supporting DSG&rsquo;s product lifecycle and merchandising efforts</b>. You will ensure that product data is accurate, product assortments are optimized based on performance metrics, and all information meets standards for internal and external needs. Your work will support strategic decision-making, e-commerce needs, and effective product categorization, helping DSG maintain its high standards of service for our customers and partners.</p><p><i>
At DSG, we are dedicated to building futures one job at a time. Starting with yours. As an ESOP, we are a community of peers, first and foremost. And we focus on cultivating an environment of respect, teamwork and growth. Where your career path is rich with possibilities. Where every success is shared. And where every challenge is overcome together. For more than a century, we&rsquo;ve delivered more than supplies, we&rsquo;ve offered true partnership and valuable solutions. By continuing to empower the future of our vendors and customers, we will empower a future of ongoing success for all of us.</i></p><p><b>
A Typical Day in the Life of a Waterworks Product Services Specialist at DSG:</b></p><ul><li><b>
Product Maintenance</b>: Maintain products via standardizing data fields and ensuring descriptions are accurate and up to date.</li><li><b>
Data Standardization &amp; Quality</b>: Ensure product information aligns with internal standards and requirements for descriptions, categories, and specifications.</li><li><b>
Product Lifecycle Management</b>: Coordinate product recall processes and manage the transition of products through their lifecycle, including handling discontinued products and introducing new product additions.</li><li><b>
Product Costing: </b>Manage and govern product pricing data attributes such as replacement cost, market cost, list price, price line, and other pricing attributes.</li><li><b>
Pricing Management</b>: Track and communicate price changes and assist with formatting and loading to ensure accurate pricing data.</li><li><b>
Product Categorization</b>: Maintain accurate categorization of products to support internal organization and enhance customer searchability.</li><li><b>
E-commerce Support</b>: Maintain product suggestions and support e-commerce strategies, collaborating with the team to ensure accurate product representation online.</li><li><b>
Inventory Returns &amp; Excess Assistance</b>: Support inventory returns and provide solutions for excess stock, ensuring minimal impact on product assortment and warehouse space.</li><li><b>
Assortment Analysis &amp; Decision Making</b>: Analyze product assortment using sales, margin, and vendor strategy data to make informed decisions on product selection, removal, and placement. Work closely with sales and vendor teams to align product offerings with business goals and optimize category performance.</li><li><b>
Vendor &amp; Margin Strategy</b>: Collaborate with segment to provide product performance reporting / analytics to drive assortment strategies and inform vendor negotiations.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
A Successful Waterworks Product Services Specialist Typically Has:</b></p><ul><li>
2-4 years in a product services, merchandising, pricing, or category management role, ideally in a retail or industrial distribution environment.</li><li>
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with data management tools and ERP systems (experience with Eclipse is a plus).</li><li>
Familiarity with product lifecycle management, e-commerce best practices, and data standardization.</li><li>
Experience analyzing sales, margin, and vendor data to make data-driven assortment decisions.</li><li>
Excellent communication skills to effectively track and report on changes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and support customer needs.</li></ul><p></p><div><b><br>
 At DSG, We Offer Benefits Built for You:</b></div><div><ul><li>
We are proudly <b>100% employee owned</b>, which means your hard work and decisions directly benefit not only the success of the organization, but also your individual <b>Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)</b>.</li><li>
We are highly committed to your <b>training and development</b>, offering personal and professional development opportunities and unlimited growth potential.</li><li>
We offer <b>competitive compensation packages</b> based on your experience and potential.</li><li>
You will receive generous <b>Paid Time Off (PTO)</b> and <b>Extended Medical Leave (EML)</b> allowances.</li><li>
Our comprehensive benefits package, including <b>medical, dental, and vision</b>, also offers a multitude of other perks such as <b>life insurance, short- and long-term disability</b>, and a <b>Health Savings Account (HSA)</b> <b>with employer contribution</b>, among many others.</li><li>
We know the importance of family, and offer various family planning and childcare savings opportunities, including <b>paid parental leave</b>, <b>adoption assistance</b>, <b>infertility assistance</b>, and a <b>Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)</b>.
</li><li>Build your financial future through multiple retirement savings opportunities, including a <b>401(k) with employer match</b> and <b>ESOP</b>.</li><li>
You will receive a <b>discount on all DSG-supplied products</b>.</li><li>
We believe in giving back to our communities and hope that you will too, which is why we offer <b>paid volunteer hours</b> in addition to PTO.</li></ul></div></div>

Product Services Specialist - Waterworks

Jumbo Group

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   Job Title:
  </strong>
  Assistant Category Manager &ndash; Appliances
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   Industry:
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  Appliances Retail
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   Functional Area:
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  Category Management
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   Employment Type:
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  Full Time
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   Experience:
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  3 &ndash; 5 Years
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   Education:
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  Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree (Business / Marketing / Commerce or related)
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   Location:
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  UAE
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  <strong>
   Job Description:
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  We are looking for an
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   Assistant Category Manager &ndash; Appliances
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  to support day-to-day category operations within a large-format retail environment. The role involves sales analysis, vendor coordination, inventory management, and promotional execution. This position is ideal for professionals aiming to grow into a full Category Manager role.
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   Key Responsibilities:
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   Support the Category Manager in executing category strategies, pricing, and assortment plans.
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   Track and analyze sales performance, stock levels, sell-through, and promotional effectiveness.
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   Prepare regular analytical reports using Excel and retail ERP systems.
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   Coordinate with vendors for order processing, follow-ups, delivery schedules, and documentation.
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   Assist in negotiating vendor pricing, promotions, rebates, and commercial terms.
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   Coordinate with marketing and sales teams for campaign execution and product launches.
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   Monitor competitor pricing, promotions, and market trends; share insights with management.
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   Ensure accurate SKU, pricing, and promotional data in ERP and reporting systems.
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   Support inventory planning to avoid stock-outs and minimize overstock or aging inventory.
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   Provide operational and administrative support to the category management team.
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   Desired Candidate Profile:
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   3&ndash;5 years of experience in category management, merchandising, or retail buying.
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   Prior exposure to home appliances or consumer electronics retail is preferred.
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   Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
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   Proficient in Excel and retail ERP systems.
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   Good communication and vendor coordination skills.
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   Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced retail environment.
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   Proactive, commercially aware, and eager to learn.
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   Skills:
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  Category Management, Merchandising, Retail Buying, Appliances, Consumer Electronics, ERP, Excel Reporting, Inventory Management, Vendor Coordination, Retail Analytics, Promotions
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Assistant Category Manager - Appliances

Cowberry World

<p><b>Role Purpose</b></p><p>The Category Manager &ndash; D2C will be responsible for driving category sales, profitability, and customer experience on the brand&rsquo;s direct-to-consumer platforms. Reporting to the D2C Growth &amp; Performance Associate, the role will manage product assortment, pricing, promotions, and on-site merchandising while analyzing performance data to identify growth opportunities and ensure optimal product visibility, availability, and conversion.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><p>1. Category Strategy &amp; P&amp;L Ownership<br/>- Own category revenue, margins, and contribution<br/>- Define pricing architecture and discount guardrails<br/>- Ensure profitable growth and promotion ROI</p><p>2. Assortment &amp; SKU Lifecycle Management<br/>- Decide SKU launches, delists, pack sizes, and rationalization<br/>- Identify hero, core, and filler SKUs<br/>- Plan city-wise assortment (starting with Surat)</p><p>3. D2C Pack &amp; Subscription Strategy<br/>- Design trial packs, family packs, and subscription SKUs<br/>- Create bundles and refill-based offerings</p><p>4. Demand Forecasting &amp; Inventory Control<br/>- Own SKU-level forecasting<br/>- Coordinate with manufacturing, cold storage, and supply chain<br/>- Minimize expiry loss and dead stock</p><p>5. Growth &amp; Retention Collaboration<br/>- Work with CRM (CleverTap) for cross-sell, upsell, and retention<br/>- Improve AOV, repeat rate, and lifetime value</p><p>6. Performance Reviews &amp; Insights<br/>- Conduct weekly and monthly category reviews<br/>- Track SKU velocity, margins, repeat behavior, and inventory turns</p><p><b>Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) :</b></p><p>- Category revenue growth<br/>- Gross margin percentage<br/>- Average order value (AOV) contribution<br/>- Repeat purchase rate<br/>- Inventory turnover<br/>- Promotion ROI</p><p><b>Key Requirements:</b></p><p>- 4&ndash;8 years of experience in FMCG / D2C category management<br/>- Strong understanding of pricing, assortment, and inventory planning<br/>- Experience in food, grocery, or staples preferred<br/>- Data-driven mindset with cross-functional collaboration skills</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: ₹80,000.00 - ₹100,000.00 per month</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Category Manager

adidas

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>PURPOSE &amp; OVERALL RELEVANCE FOR THE ORGANIZATION:</p></div><br>
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Support the Senior Director BU Football &amp; Motorsport, in the definition of Emerging Markets&rsquo; short and medium-term objectives for the Football Teamwear and Generic Apparel business.</div><br>
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Implement global Go-to-Market strategies in a regionally relevant way, working closely with each cluster&rsquo;s Category Management teams, considering different consumer needs and distribution channels.</div><br>
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Assemble a product range for the dedicated Category that fulfils the needs of EM Hub and Clusters, which is complete and competitive in terms of structure, price and margin.</div><br>
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:</p></div><br>
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</div><ul><li>Support the creation and execution of a 3-5 year category plan for the assigned business segment, based on overall EM SBP and balanced with the needs of the adidas brand horizontally.</li>
<li>Provide support to the Senior BU Director in aligning net sales objectives, margins, pricing, range architecture with each Cluster.</li>
<li>Build a compelling, commercial, viable range/concept selection for the assigned business segment, to support the overall brand strategy, purpose and business direction for each Cluster within Emerging Markets.</li>
<li>Oversee and coordinate the Teamwear customization ecosystem, connecting all functions involved (Demand Planning, Supply Chain, Sales, Sports Marketing, Marketing Ops), identifying solutions for the fulfilment of business opportunities, and steering the development of all platforms supporting growth in this space.
</li><li>Coordinate and drive SMU brief submissions from Clusters to the Global BU.</li>
<li>Provide EM BU input to Global (consolidated from all Clusters) to include clear and substantive insight (future trends and incremental business opportunities) and input on key concepts and category activation plans.
</li><li>Maintain and deliver regular analyses on the category business performance, ensuring it meets the financial expectations set in the short and mid-term across all channels and EM Clusters.</li></ul><br>
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KPIS:</p></div><br>
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<li>Net Sales, Category growth, Key Franchise growth/share of NS and Go-in Margin</li>
<li>Business segment market share vs plan in each Cluster within EM</li>
<li>Direct business segment contribution vs strategic business plan</li>
<li>Category range efficiency, costing and pricing targets</li></ul><br>
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KEY RELATIONSHIPS:</p></div><br>
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<ul>
<li>Cluster Category Management
</li><li>Global Football BU</li>
<li>EM Marketing Operations</li>
<li>Supply Chain and Demand Planning (at Global, Hub and Cluster level)</li>
<li>EM Sales channels</li></ul><br>
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES</p>
:<br>
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</div><ul><li>Passionate about sports, preferably Football with product-ranging specific knowledge.</li>
<li>Consumer-focused with deep product and range understanding with an excellent ability to balance brand and commercial aspects and build channel-specific GTM solutions.</li>
<li>Cross-functional marketing knowledge and market experience; preferably familiar with B2B environments and dynamics in the sporting goods/professional sports ecosystem.</li>
<li>Ability to guide optimal range building in accordance to overarching strategies and specific local market contexts (product types, distribution landscapes, price points).</li>
<li>Proactive mindset (engaging &amp; impact-oriented), ability to think end-to-end.</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with different international cultures.</li>
<li>Good organizational and time management skills.</li>
<li>Commercial acumen: numerical and analytical skills.</li>
<li>Excellent communication (both written and verbal), presentation and facilitation skills.</li>
<li>Ability and willingness to travel as required, domestically or internationally.</li></ul><br>
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REQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</p></div><br>
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</div><ul><li>University degree in business, ideally with Marketing and Sales focus or equivalent professional experience.</li>
<li>5 years Merchandising experience including Sales and Retail exposure, ideally in sporting goods, fashion or other youth culture brands.</li>
<li>Fluent English (verbal and written).</li>
<li>Full proficiency with MS Office across key applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI).</li>
</ul>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><p>AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE&rsquo;S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE: THIS IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR.</p><p>
</p><ul><p>COURAGE: Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need..</p>
<p>OWNERSHIP: Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through.</p>
<p>INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things.</p>
<p>TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset.</p>
<p>INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company&rsquo;s standards.</p>
<p>RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all.</p></ul></div><br>
<p></p>
</div></div><div><div><div><div><br>
<b>AT ADIDAS, WE STRONGLY BELIEVE THAT EMBEDDING DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION (DEI) INTO OUR CULTURE AND TALENT PROCESSES GIVES OUR EMPLOYEES A SENSE OF BELONGING AND OUR BRAND A REAL COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE.
</b><br>
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<b>&ndash; CULTURE STARTS WITH PEOPLE, IT STARTS WITH YOU &ndash;
</b><br>
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<b>BY RECRUITING TALENT AND DEVELOPING OUR PEOPLE TO REFLECT THE RICH DIVERSITY OF OUR CONSUMERS AND COMMUNITIES, WE FOSTER A CULTURE OF INCLUSION THAT ENGAGES OUR EMPLOYEES AND AUTHENTICALLY CONNECTS OUR BRAND WITH OUR CONSUMERS.</b><br>
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</b></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div>JOB TITLE:
<div>Manager - Category Management Teamwear EM
</div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>BRAND:
</div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div>LOCATION:
<div>Dubai
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>TEAM:
<div>Brand Management &amp; Communications
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>STATE:
<div>Duba
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>COUNTRY/REGION:
<div>AE
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>CONTRACT TYPE:
<div>Full time
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>NUMBER:
<div>538203
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>DATE:
<div>Dec 15, 2025</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manager - Category Management Teamwear EM

Graco

<div><p>Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life.
</p><p></p><p>As a Category Manager at Graco, you will drive procurement initiatives across Facilities, MRO, and CapEx. In this strategic role, you will champion cost optimization, foster innovation, and support operational excellence in key indirect spend categories. You&rsquo;ll leverage your expertise in category management, sourcing, and contract negotiation, working collaboratively across various teams to influence stakeholders at all levels. Utilizing market intelligence and data-driven insights, you will enhance supplier performance, mitigate risks, and contribute significant value to the business.
</p><p></p><p><b>What You Will Do at Graco
</b></p><p><b>Category Strategy &amp; Planning
</b></p><ul><li>Act as a trusted procurement advisor to teams across Operations, Facilities, Engineering, and other departments, building strong partnerships and supporting business goals.
</li><li>Develop and execute multi-year category strategies for Capital Expenditures, Facilities, and MRO.
</li><li>Leverage market intelligence, spend analysis, and supplier benchmarking to identify cost-saving opportunities, streamline vendor relationships, encourage innovation, and minimize risk.
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Sourcing &amp; Procurement Execution
</b></p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle sourcing processes such as RFIs and RFPs, which encompass defining business needs, setting evaluation standards, recommending contract awards, and guiding suppliers through onboarding.
</li><li>Lead commercial negotiations encompassing pricing, service level agreements (SLAs), data privacy, intellectual property rights, and liability clauses.
</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities for strategic supplier rationalization, demand management, and cost avoidance.
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Stakeholder Engagement
</b></p><ul><li>Act as the primary procurement consultant for designated groups.
</li><li>Facilitate productive cross-functional collaboration and provide strategic guidance to promote alignment in sourcing strategies, supplier selection procedures, and contract negotiations.
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Supplier &amp; Contract Management
</b></p><ul><li>Oversee and nurture supplier partnerships, ensuring compliance with service level agreements (SLAs), key performance indicators (KPIs), and regulatory requirements.
</li><li>Facilitate contract renewals and renegotiations to maximize cost-efficiency while mitigating commercial and legal risk.
</li><li>Monitor and report essential procurement metrics, including cost optimization (savings and avoidance), contract coverage, supplier performance, and adherence to project timelines.
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Continuous Improvement
</b></p><ul><li>Maintain awareness of emerging technology trends, industry standards, and innovations relevant to procurement and assigned categories.
</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned.
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>What You Will Bring to Graco
</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain, MIS, or a related field required; MBA preferred.
</li><li>Minimum 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing or category management, ideally within Indirect spend such as CapEx machinery/robotics/automation, Facilities, or MRO.
</li><li>Demonstrated success in negotiating complex contracts, managing vendor performance, and delivering measurable cost optimization.
</li><li>Adaptability to changing business conditions.
</li><li>Great project management and influence skills
</li></ul><p></p><div><div><div><p>#LI-KE1
</p><p>#LI-HYBRID
</p></div></div></div><p></p><p><i>Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT).
</i></p><p></p><p>At Graco, you truly make a difference. Your unique talents contribute to our organizational growth and future. Not only do you make a difference, but Graco&rsquo;s culture empowers employees to create their own career path. Whether you choose to advance within your current department or explore new opportunities in different divisions, you have the ability to build your future. Our managers are here to provide support and guidance as you continue to grow within your career.
</p><p></p><p>Graco has excellent opportunities available to individuals who want to be part of a fast-moving, growing company that is committed to quality, innovation and solving fluid handling problems for our customers. Graco is proud to be named a Best Place to Work by Fortune Magazine in 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021 &amp; 2022. Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco&rsquo;s comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.
</p><p></p><p>Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .
</p><p></p><p>The base pay range for this position is listed below, exclusive of fringe benefits or other compensation. If you are hired, your final base hourly rate will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors, we will also consider internal equity of our current employees. Please keep in mind that the range provided is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at or near the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth.
</p>$84,000.00 - $146,900.00</div>

Indirect Category Manager

MARMON HOLDINGS

<div>Marmon Foodservice Technologies, Inc.
<p></p><p>As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings&mdash;which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway&mdash; you&rsquo;ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We&rsquo;re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone&rsquo;s empowered to be their best.
</p><p></p><p><b>About The Job
</b></p><p>Though you may not know us by name, you&rsquo;ve most likely enjoyed meals and refreshments supported by our industry-leading brand portfolio. For decades, we&rsquo;ve designed and manufactured foodservice equipment for some of the world&rsquo;s biggest, most recognized consumer brands. We are driven to innovate with a clear purpose in mind: to enhance the eating and drinking experience, nourishing the people and communities we serve.
</p><p></p><p>As a key member of Supply Chain team, the Category Manager will lead, develop and implement category and supply resiliency strategies, supplier performance management, contract negotiations, and identify and lead cost savings opportunities to ensure we maintain best value. The role will be responsible for ensuring the strategies support sourcing lowest total cost of ownership (TCO), while also meeting other business requirements, including engineering, quality, commercial and product roadmaps.
</p><p></p><p><b>What You&rsquo;ll Do
</b></p><ul><li><p>Design and execute category strategies, with a focus on delivering best overall business value (cost, quality, delivery, technology) for MFT, including:
</p><ul><li><p>Ensure business requirements are well understood and executed within the category plan
</p></li><li><p>Establishing how we will use platforming and commonality of technology and materials across products and other ways to simplify our supply base.
</p></li><li><p>Defining expectations for the role our suppliers will play and expectations for them in terms of the level needed from them to provide new technology, participate in new product development and the service levels required to support production and after sales processes.
</p></li><li><p>Partnering with Operations to determine our outsourcing or insourcing roadmap for each category and key components and subassemblies in them
</p></li><li><p>Geographic expectations for our supply base and levels of localization that can be achieved.
</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Establish / align resources to support initiatives, defined strategies, and annual budget needs of the organization
</p></li><li><p>Determine goals and objectives of the team and balance priorities.
</p></li><li><p>Identify and drive continuous improvement, including process and reporting efficiencies.
</p></li><li><p>Report out and establish monthly review meetings, sharing actions and results
</p></li><li><p>Work with the Procurement operations team to address supplier delivery issues, as needed
</p></li><li><p>Drive supplier performance and development through proactive utilization of the Supplier Scorecard to benchmark and improve supplier performance through the frequent communication of MFT&rsquo;s expectations and requirements
</p></li><li><p>Establish relationships with key suppliers critical to the success of MFT going forward.
</p></li><li><p>Lead supplier negotiations
</p></li><li><p>Collaborate cross functionally with leadership of other functions to ensure project success
</p></li><li><p>Lead the develop the MFT supply strategy, articulate the plan, and execute.
</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of the organization.
</p></li><li><p>Ability to articulate complex problems concisely, allowing for understanding and fast decision making.
</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated ability to indirectly influence across functional teams ensuring the right solutions for the business
</p></li><li><p>Brings forth a continuous improvement mindset
</p></li><li><p>Provide complex and sophisticated data analysis to drive quick and correct decision-making.
</p></li><li><p>Lead change management efforts around the supply chain process while creating alignment and integration internally and externally.
</p></li><li><p>Take a proactive approach to problem solving.<br>
</p></li></ul><p></p><br>
<p><b>Who You Are
</b></p><ul><li><p>Strategic mindset with the ability to simplify and present complex ideas / concepts.
</p></li><li><p>Strong negotiations skills facilitating the ability to negotiate with diverse set of suppliers across multiple regions and close out negotiations
</p></li><li><p>Highly detailed with a systematic approach, sense of responsibility and positive customer focus
</p></li><li><p>Must have demonstrably strong interpersonal skills (both written and verbal), to include speaking clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations
</p></li><li><p>Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form with all levels of personnel within the business unit and in the wider organization, to include excellent writing, negotiation and presentation skills
</p></li><li><p>Analytical with superior problem-solving skills over near and long-term planning horizons
</p></li><li><p>Strong business understanding and orientation and effectively handles multiple, rapidly changing and conflicting priorities
</p></li><li><p>Strong cultural awareness based on past exposure, experience, and successful business dealings
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Skills/Experience We&rsquo;re Looking For
</b></p><ul><li><p>Demonstrated leadership ability, technical knowledge of professional procurement, strong analytical and communication skills.
</p></li><li><p>Ability to plan, organize, and manage complex projects.
</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated experience in project management, organizational and communication skills.
</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated ability to indirectly influence cross functional teams ensuring the right solutions for the business.
</p></li><li><p>Intermediate to advanced user of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project (highly desirable).
</p></li><li><p>Requires some travel.
</p></li><li><p>Work under limited direction.<br>
</p></li></ul><p></p><br>
<p><b>Required Qualifications
</b></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business Management, or an equivalent field.
</p></li><li><p>10+ years of category management experience and procurement related experience, including direct and indirect.
</p></li><li><p>Strong experience with lean manufacturing techniques and processes, that apply to supply chain.<br>
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><br>
<b>Benefits
</b></p><p>We support your well-being with comprehensive and easy-to-use benefits that you&rsquo;ll be eligible to enroll in on your first day of employment. Here are some of the highlights:<br>
<br>
</p><ul><li><p>Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug insurance plans
</p></li><li><p>Access to a Health Advocate who is an expert in Marmon&rsquo;s health plan and can help you select the best health benefits for you and your family
</p></li><li><p>Tax advantaged spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses
</p></li><li><p>Wellness programs and resources including Telehealth, Mental Health, Fitness, and Family Planning
</p></li><li><p>Generous paid time off for personal use, holidays, and parental leave
</p></li><li><p>Company-sponsored life insurance
</p></li><li><p>401(k) with fully vested company match; Marmon may also make an additional annual discretionary contribution to your account, whether or not you contribute on your own
</p></li><li><p>Financial and retirement advising
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>About Marmon Holdings
</b></p><p>Marmon Holdings, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company, comprises 11 groups and more than 100 autonomous businesses with total annual revenue of $10 billion. Marmon&rsquo;s 28,000-plus team members are celebrating the company's 70th anniversary in 2023 and helping write the next chapter of Marmon's story.
</p><p></p><p>Pay Range:
</p>112,000.00 - 168,000.00
<p></p><p>We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!
</p><p></p><p>Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law .
</p><p></p><p>We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.</p></div>

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