Procurement Category Manager III

About the role

This position assists in the sourcing, contracting, and supplier management activities for our client. This role specifically will work with the Network Construction team on Outside Plant Support Services, including locates, flagging and task based support. This role supports the development and execution of procurement strategies in alignment with business objectives, while helping to optimize supplier performance and value.

Responsibilities

• Aid in collecting and analyzing internal spend data and external market trends at the sub-category and supplier level.
• Support reporting efforts in collaboration with the Reporting & Analytics team.
• Maintain visibility of category spend across business segments.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support procurement activities related to fiber construction projects.
• Aid in sourcing and onboarding for construction materials, labor, and services specific to fiber deployment.
• Track supplier performance and delivery timelines to ensure alignment with construction schedules.
• Support the coordination of RFX events and contract execution for fiber-related categories, including permitting, trenching, and installation services.
• Contribute to the development of category strategy plans by compiling relevant data and insights.
• Support savings initiatives through RFX coordination, supplier negotiations, and demand management efforts.
• Aid in managing contracts and coordinating with the Contracting Excellence team for tactical contract execution.
• Utilize standard contract templates and ensure compliance with approved legal terms.
• Participate in meetings with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs and align on priorities.
• Maintain a calendar of recurring meetings to support planning and issue resolution.
• Serve as a secondary point of contact for suppliers within assigned categories.
• Aid in monitoring supplier performance and preparing materials for supplier reviews and communications.
• Help identify supplier risks and support the evaluation of alternative sourcing options.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with intermediate skills in Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills.

Preferred

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with internal teams and suppliers.
• Experience supporting contract reviews and supplier performance discussions.
• Familiarity with procurement systems such as SAP and Ariba.

Benefits

Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Pay

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Schedule

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