Category Buyer

Position Summary

The Category Buyer leads the procurement strategy and execution for defined Indirect categories at the business unit or regional level. Responsibilities include:

• Market intelligence and category strategy design
• Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
• Market Risk Management (MRM)
• Cost-Out/Value-In (COVI) initiatives
• Sustainability integration
• Contract negotiation and supplier performance management

Key Responsibilities

• Category Strategy & Market Intelligence
• Supplier Management & Sourcing Execution
• Performance, Risk, and Sustainability Management
• Cost Optimization, Budgeting & Financial Impact
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Internal Stakeholder Alignment

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of procurement, sourcing, or category management experience
• Strong analytical capability, including cost modeling and financial analysis skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive collaboration.
• Experience in SRM, risk management, and sustainability-integrated procurement is strongly preferred.
• Proficient in procurement systems and digital tools.

Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary type of Exempt and a hybrid schedule of 4 days in office. The position is based in Philadelphia, PA.