Senior category manager job description

Our Company

Kindred at Home, part of the Kindred at Home family of hospice, home health, palliative, and community care providers, focuses on clinical excellence with compassion and dignity. Our company culture centers around humility, servant leadership, empathy, and innovation while we serve as a leader in the home care industry. Our people and our patient care allow us to make a difference when life matters most. We are passionate about what we do because our care matters.

Overview

We are looking for a Senior Manager Category Management to join our team. This position will directly report to the Senior Director Category Management and is responsible for contract negotiation across all clinical and non-IT spend category families including but not limited to clinical, human resources, finance, and facilities; executes complex and tactical sourcing events; supporting the development of cross-functional teams; managing on-going vendor relationships; and driving reporting and tracking for assigned spend categories. With a focus on building a high-performance and innovative supply base, this role will be accountable for driving profit enhancement and overseeing supplier development.

About You

* Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of procurement experience in relevant spend category, preferably in the health-care sector.
* MBA or other advanced degree desired
* CPM/CPSM certification desired
* At least 3 years of experience managing advanced negotiations for spend categories >$50m million dollars
* Experience developing and implementing category sourcing strategies with a proven track record of delivering exceptional results.
* Able to balance short term business priorities and developing fresh long term sourcing/category plans.
* Experience establishing & maintaining relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, in the business community & with vendors

This role requires full COVID-19 vaccination.

We Offer

* Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
* Competitive Salaries
* Mileage Reimbursement
* Professional growth and development opportunities

Legalese

* Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
* Where applicable, employee must meet stage specific requirements
* We are proud to be an EEO employer
* We maintain a drug-free workplace

Location

Kindred at Home

The Senior Strategy Category Manager is responsible for leading assigned department and merchandising categories in the development and implementation of assortment strategies and tactics that drive sales and margin for True Value. This role is accountable for managing the most strategic vendor relationships within the department. Assures assortment strategies are executed within the business end-to-end.
Responsibilities (May perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned).

1. Creates best in-class assortments that allow retailers to support their customers with the products that they need.

2. Continuously drives improvement towards a fit and trim assortment aimed at supporting product utility, retail penetration, new product innovation, differentiation, and destination brands.

3. Communicates and sets expectations for new and existing assortments.

4. Leads a functional team (indirectly) of associates in the execution of assortment strategic vision. Executes corporate strategies and objectives.

5. Creates annual sales, margin, and assortment plans; Conducts regular merchandising team updates as well as leadership presentations.

6. Evaluates competitor's products, programs, prices, and strategies to remain competitive in the marketplace.

7. Selects, develops, and implements merchandise programs and products to maximize sales and profits.

8. Visits retailers and manufacturers to gain a better understanding of products, programs, capabilities, and opportunities. Works collaboratively with the field team and specialty businesses to develop strategies.

9. Creates competitive private brand assortments within the guidelines of the brand strategy.

10. Strengthens vendor relationships and resolves vendor supply chain issues.

11. Implements strategic growth plans with key strategic vendors across internal support functions.

12. Develops a communication strategy with vendors to stay abreast of market trends. Communicates the strategy of merchandising programs with internal support functions (i.e., logistics, distribution, marketing, inventory, etc.)

13. Collaborate with Global Sourcing to develop the best possible products and programs.

Education & Experience

* Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
* 8-10 years of experience, preferably in Merchandising, Marketing, Supply Chain and/or Retail.
* Intermediate knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Licenses & Certifications: N/A

Physical Requirements (Delete those that do not apply and only keep those that apply to the role)

* Balancing, Climbing, Crouching, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Seeing, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Typing, Visual Acuity, Walking

Work Environment: Generally, works in climate-controlled office environment.

Travel: Travel may vary in length and duration.

* This role can be located in McLean, VA, or be Remote in the US*

Hilton Supply Management (HSM) is the largest global hospitality-focused organization that supports our brands, owners, and operators. With 6 billion dollars of spend influence and over 2000 suppliers, this function has transformed how supply chain and procurement adds value to the hospitality industry. HSM is a strong partner to all our brands, helping influence and drive programs with unique and distinctive products and services. HSM is proud of its diverse and skilled team members worldwide that also give back to the community by supporting aggressive sustainability, supplier diversity, and responsible sourcing goals.

What will I be doing?

As Senior Manager, Category Management, Operating Supplies and Equipment (OS&E), you will plan, organize, direct, and control the purchasing functions for all products within the specified module across business functions and all 18 brands. You will work closely with brand and operational teams to drive client satisfaction and adhere to industry and brand standards and practices. In addition, you will develop, implement, and direct global programs in support of Supply Management and Hilton initiatives and plan, organize and advise the strategic alignment of the Supply Management global enterprise.

More specifically, you will:

* Develop, implement, and lead global programs and products in support of our overall strategic vision and corporate sustainability initiatives across Hilton's 18 brands.
* Implement strategies based on subject matter expertise, technical knowledge, job experience, and leadership skills that demonstrate our value proposition and optimize results.
* Develop category strategy and manage the entire RFP process from conducting initial due diligence to finalizing contract negotiations in a cross-functional environment with applicable brands and/or corporate departments. This includes validating supplier selection and performance through price benchmarking, auditing, risk assessment, etc.
* Develop new or streamline existing internal processes to proactively promote continuous process improvements for the Supply Management global enterprise.
* Effectively handle external relationships with suppliers, distributors, and manufacturers; implement, analyze, and measure key performance indicators to ensure effectiveness, compliance to brand standards and specifications, risk, and liabilities.
* Collaborate and communicate effectively with brands, operating units, and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on category strategies and priorities. Provide exceptional customer service to all internal partners.
* Forecast, achieve, and document cost savings, cost containment, and cost avoidances through negotiations, competitive bids, and innovative product rationalization.
* Develop expertise and implement strategies on all items within your scope of work.

What are we looking for?

We believe the success in this role will demonstrate itself through the following attributes and skills:

* Timely closure on key initiatives such as sourcing events, contracts renegotiations, projects, and pilots
* Communication and integration of activity with internal partners to ensure that expectations are fully met for initiative goals and schedules
* Communication skills to positively influence Hilton's partners and to communicate effectively at all levels
* Become recognized as a subject matter authority across all assigned categories
* Creative thinking and research skills to identify and develop global sources of supply, including, but not limited to distribution networks, global manufacturers, and in-country sourcing
* Resourceful and dedicated at handling supplier relationships that will result in a win for the supplier, HSM, and the hotel
* Self-starter with the ability to effectively and creatively problem solve and identify solutions while maintaining a high level of flexibility, professionalism, and integrity
* Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information
* A commitment to learning and development that encourages personal and professional growth

To fulfill this role successfully, you should demonstrate the following minimum qualifications:

* Five (5) years of sourcing or supply chain experience
* Managerial experience including project and contract management in a matrixed environment
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office
* Approximately 10% of travel

It would be helpful in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

* BA/BS Bachelor's Degree or MBA in Supply Chain Management and/or Hospitality
* Seven (7) years of supply chain or sourcing experience
* Hospitality experience
* Experience with Operating Supplies & Equipment (OS&E)
* CPSM, C.P.M., or PMP certificate(s)
* Experience with Coupa sourcing and contract platform

What is it like working for Hilton?

The future of hospitality is bright at Hiltonworld-class brands. Dedicated to filling the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, we have welcomed more than 3 billion guests in our more than 100-year history. Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture, and we are consistently named among one of the World's Best Workplaces.

We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members, so they can Thrive, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as workplace flexibility, career growth and development, and our Go Hilton travel discount program. Hilton prioritizes understanding and integrating our Team Members' unique perspectives and voices-along with those of our Guests, Owners, Suppliers, and Partners-to cultivate a diverse and inclusive environment for all. Check out the Hilton Careers blog and Instagram to learn more about what it's like to be on Team Hilton!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We will ensure that qualified individuals with protected disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions of their role, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including medical and prescription drug coverage, dental coverage, vision coverage, life insurance, short-and long-term disability insurance, a 401(k) savings plan, paid time off, and our travel discount. The salary for this role varies by applicable and specialized experience and location (Colorado applicants: Please click here for additional information.). Subject to plan terms and conditions, you will be eligible to participate in the Hilton Annual Incentive (Bonus) Plan, consistent with other team members at the same level and/or position within the Company.