Job Description

The Category Manager is a key role within an organization's procurement function, responsible for overseeing and managing a specific group of goods or services, also known as a category. The Category Manager's main objective is to optimize the procurement of goods and services within their assigned category/ies, ensuring value for money, quality, and compliance with the organization's policies and procedures. The role requires a strategic approach to procurement, strong negotiation skills, and a thorough understanding of market trends and supplier capabilities.

• Total Rewards:
• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Bonus Program with 250% Upside Potential
• Performance for Pay Program – Eligibility to Receive a Pay Increase Once a Year, Based on Performance
• Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
• Healthcare and Life Insurance Benefits
• Paid Time Off - 5 Weeks on Day 1
• Flex Weeks - Remote Work Arrangement
• Paid Corporate Holidays
• 401(k) Savings Plan with a Competitive Company Match
• Paid Parental Leave – Subject to Eligibility Requirements
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Scholarship Program - You and Your Dependents are Eligible!
• Whataburger Family Foundation (Hardship Grant Assistance)
• Discounted Meals For You and a Guest
• Wireless Service Discounts
• Computer & Software Discounts
• Fitness / Gym Discounts
• Awards and Recognition For All You Do
• Retirement Celebration Program

• Responsibilities:
• Develops and implements a comprehensive category strategy, considering the organization's objectives, market trends, and potential risks.
• Identifies opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and innovation within the category.
• Conducts market research to identify and evaluate potential suppliers based on criteria such as quality, cost, reliability, and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Develops and maintains a preferred supplier list for the category, ensuring that suppliers meet the organization's standards and expectations.
• Leads contract negotiations with suppliers to secure the best possible terms and conditions, including pricing, delivery, and payment terms.
• Ensures that contracts are in compliance with the organization's policies and legal requirements, and that they adequately address potential risks.
• Oversees the preparation and issuance of requests for proposals (RFPs), requests for quotations (RFQs), and other procurement documents.
• Monitors and analyzes category spend, identifying trends, opportunities for cost savings, and potential areas for improvement.
• Establishes and tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) for the category, reporting on progress and achievements to senior management.
• Ensures that procurement activities within the category are in compliance with the organization's policies and procedures, as well as applicable laws and regulations.

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree Business, Supply Chain Management or equivalent combination of related collage education and experience

• Experience:
• 3+ years’ experience preferably in a purchasing or category management preferably in a restaurant industry

• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and Visio (as applicable)
• Proficiency in Workday (as applicable)
• Ability to communicate, influence, and negotiate decisions while motivating assigned staff
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Basic understanding of Category Management of in-direct goods and services

• Working Conditions/Travel Requirements:
• Expected to work the necessary time to satisfactorily fulfill job responsibilities
• Must be able to report to work timely and as required by operational/business needs
• Must be able to work a full-time schedule and work outside of normal business hours when necessary
• Some travel, both locally and long distances, (including air travel), to worksites, meeting sites, and other locations may be necessary

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