Category Manager

Posted One Month Ago
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Lewisville, TX, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Automotive • Manufacturing
The Role
Develop and execute category plans to meet financial and operational goals. Lead supplier negotiations to improve cost, reliability, and innovation. Conduct supplier performance reviews and QBRs. Collaborate with field operations and Finance to capture rebates, realize cost savings, and align budgets. Translate sourcing strategies into processes and systems. Coach and develop procurement team members.
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Service Center

CSCS TX

Category Strategy & Planning

· Develop and execute indirect procurement category strategies aligned with the company's business objectives, procurement roadmap, and annual savings targets.

· Manage assigned indirect procurement categories, including CapEx, Facilities Services, Corporate Travel, IT, Marketing, Human Resources, Equipment, Equipment Services, Fleet, and Corporate Services.

· Analyze spend, market conditions, supplier capabilities, and industry trends to identify sourcing opportunities and cost reduction initiatives.

· Build and maintain category plans balancing cost, quality, service, risk, and operational requirements.

· Develop business cases and recommendations for leadership approval.

· Support Procurement Transformation initiatives through process improvements, supplier consolidation, and technology adoption.

Supplier Management

· Develop and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers across assigned indirect procurement categories.

· Conduct supplier performance reviews, business reviews, and scorecard evaluations.

· Monitor supplier compliance with contractual obligations, SLAs, and KPIs.

· Lead supplier rationalization, performance improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation

· Lead end-to-end sourcing events including RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract execution.

· Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, service levels, rebates, and value-added programs.

· Partner with Legal and business stakeholders to negotiate and finalize supplier agreements.

· Deliver measurable cost savings, cost avoidance, and operational efficiencies.

Collaboration & Business Partnership

· Serve as the primary procurement business partner for Operations, Finance, Marketing, Facilities, Information Technology, Human Resources, Fleet, Equipment, and Corporate Services.

· Collaborate with functional leaders to understand business priorities, develop sourcing strategies, and execute procurement initiatives.

· Provide market intelligence, supplier insights, and sourcing recommendations to support business decisions.

· Develop executive presentations and communicate project progress, savings, and strategic recommendations.

Risk Management & Innovation

· Identify and mitigate supplier, operational, financial, cybersecurity, compliance, contractual, and business continuity risks within assigned categories.

· Evaluate supplier financial health and business continuity capabilities.

· Identify emerging technologies, products, services, and supplier capabilities that improve business performance.

· Promote innovation and continuous improvement through supplier partnerships.

Education & Experience

· Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field preferred.

· 5+ years of experience in indirect procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, or supplier management.

· Demonstrated experience managing indirect categories such as CapEx, Facilities, IT, HR, Marketing, Travel, Equipment, or Professional Services.

· Experience negotiating complex contracts, Statements of Work (SOWs), and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, and spend analysis tools.

· Experience with ERP, eProcurement, contract management, and supplier management systems preferred.

· Ability to interpret financial data, supplier proposals, and contractual terms.

Success Measures

· Achievement of annual savings and cost avoidance targets.

· Successful execution of category strategies and sourcing initiatives.

· Supplier performance improvements and contract compliance.

· Growth in indirect spend under management.

· Stakeholder satisfaction and Procurement Transformation contributions.

Caliber uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires. 

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions. 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or related field
  • 5+ years of progressive procurement or category management experience
  • Proven negotiation skills and financial acumen, understanding cost structures and rebate models
  • Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and working with senior leadership
  • Strong leadership and people development abilities in a fast-paced environment
  • Eligibility to work in the U.S. with no restrictions (E-Verify)

Caliber Collision Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Caliber Collision and has not been reviewed or approved by Caliber Collision.

  • Healthcare Strength Day-one eligibility for medical, dental, and vision is broadly highlighted, alongside company-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance. Supplemental options such as FSA and accident/critical-illness coverage expand the offering.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match is a consistent feature, with some materials noting automatic enrollment. This provides structured support for long-term savings from the start.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid holidays and PTO are offered from day one or begin accruing immediately for full-time teammates. Immediate access to time off is presented as part of the standard package.

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The Company
HQ: Lewisville, TX
7,217 Employees
Year Founded: 1997

What We Do

As one of the nation's largest auto collision repair providers, Caliber offers unlimited opportunities to drive your career forward. Surrounded by a purpose-driven, team-centric culture, you are empowered to create the roadmap for your future. With more than 1,800 centers nationwide across 41 states, Caliber features a wide range of automotive services including collision, auto glass and fleet solutions. We are known for providing an outstanding customer experience and regularly rank among the highest customer satisfaction scores in the industry. Our commitment to caring for people extends to our Caliber teammates and their careers. When you join Caliber, you're not just an employee but part of a dedicated team. You'll receive mentoring from some of the brightest minds in the industry, as well as industry-leading pay and a comprehensive day-one benefits program. At Caliber, we care about your well-being. We're proud to have been the only auto repair company on Forbes' list of "America's Best Large Employers"-an honor awarded to companies with high employee satisfaction. We're also proud to have been recognized by Inc. as a Best in Business Extra Large Company (500+ employees), receiving a gold medal for our efforts in going above and beyond to make a positive impact. Caliber is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace

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