CATEGORY PROGRAM MANAGER - SMALLWARES - Military veterans preferred

CATEGORY PROGRAM MANAGER - SMALLWARESClick Here to Apply OnlineJob Description Who is Foodbuy?We are the industry leader in procurement and supply chain solutions. We are the subsidiary to the 6th largest company in the world (Compass Group PLC), yet Foodbuy has the feel of a small entrepreneurial Company. We pride ourselves on our ability to source and provide a variety of products and services that help our customers more easily, and cost effectively, run their businesses. We work with clients in the Hospitality, Restaurant, Healthcare, Education, Entertainment, and Gaming industries, and of course we support Compass Group-- which is the world's largest contract food and support services provider. Why Foodbuy?We care about our associates, our clients, and our community. We think big, encourage innovation and debate, and seek out game changers. Our benefits and PTO offerings are strong. Our compensation packages are competitive. And we are constantly growing, and we want our associates' careers to grow along with us. We have an open and modern work environment, believe in flexibility, and promote a collaborative open door environment. Additionally, we follow a value system called People FIRST, which stands for Flexibility, Inclusion, Results, Sustainability and Transparency. People FIRST is the foundation for everything we do at Foodbuy. It is how we connect and interact with our clients, business partners and fellow associates.Job SummaryThe primary duty of this position is the day-to-day execution of assigned suppliers within assigned tactical category spend outside of major & strategic categories as designated within department and assists with successful delivery of results on all other categories as assigned. This role will not only be leading a portfolio of initiatives to drive supplier programs but also ensuring income is recognized and received for the products and/or services of each supplier. Responsible for establishing and executing against a category plan that achieves growth targets as outlined by the organization. The role also requires working collaboratively across each function of the organization to ensure internal and external stakeholder business plans align with supplier capabilities both now and in the future. Responsibilities:Lead day-to-day tactics and operations of assigned categories to achieve intended business objectivesExecute category strategy in collaboration with your manager that offers targeted business objectives that deliver strong financial results, improvement opportunities and recommendationsReview and refine analyses, communicate sourcing trends and present results for assigned categories to stakeholders and other interested partiesCapture direct savings on assigned categories by building strategies which enable cost reduction while ensuring that user needs for the assigned categories are metMaintain expertise in the assigned categories through price benchmarking and relationships with suppliers and market expertsParticipate in vendor management activities with internal business teams, as needed; this may include following-up on performance against contract (compliance) and resolution of any constraints or issuesResponsible for mitigating price increase with suppliersDevelop business relationships with key internal stakeholders and external suppliers including routine enhancements to agreements, communication of demand/volume changes, updating contracts and sharing end-user feedbackResponsible for department/assigned category & supply base Accounts Receivables (ARs), on time payments, aging analysis, provide follow-up and action proposals to senior team for improvementsSuggest to manager and influence annual budgets for your categories with monthly tracking and forecastingWork cross-functionally to manage the implementation process for new contracts or program changesPerform other duties as assigned Qualifications:4+ years supplier management experienceBachelor's degree strongly recommended or equivalent work experienceExperience of broader aspects of supply chain, as well as providing evidence of a broader business perspective such as balancing cost, value, risk & opportunityAbility to extract insights from complex data sets using advanced excel skillsAdaptable to change and thrives in a dynamic environmentHigh attention to detail and exceptional work qualityStrong networking skills, ability to influence and get things done through informal as well as formal channelsEvidence of an ability to work cross-functionally and influence at senior levelsGood knowledge of budgets and forecastingStrong negotiation experienceOutstanding presentation skillsHigh proficiency level with MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint requiredTravel rarely required, but could be up to 5% annuallyApply to Foodbuy todayFoodbuy is a member of Compass Group USAClick here to Learn More about the Compass StoryCompass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.Foodbuy maintains a drug-free workplace.Associates at Foodbuy are offered many fantastic benefits.MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance/ ADDisability InsuranceRetirement PlanPaid Time OffHoliday Time Off (varies by site/state)Associate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Req ID:1257132FoodbuyMIRANDA CARTERET[[req_classification]]