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Associate Category Manager

Veracity

Hartsville, SC

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Category Management, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Data Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Leadership, Less Than Truckload (LTL), Logistics, Manufacturing, Negotiation Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Strategy, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Request for Proposals (RFP), Strategic Planning, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Third-Party Logistics (3PL), Vehicle Fleets, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Warehousing, eSourcing
LOCATION
Hartsville, SC
POSTED
2 days ago

The Associate Category Manager role in Hartsville, SC requires

  • 10 years of experience in logistics procurement, specifically with less than truckload operations and knowledge of OTM systems.
  • Key responsibilities include developing and executing strategic logistics procurement strategies, leading large-scale projects such as RFPs and sourcing events, and leveraging data analytics to drive cost savings and continuous improvement.
  • Responsibilities also involve negotiating supplier contracts, managing key supplier relationships, and providing leadership across business units.
  • The scope covers over 265 manufacturing locations and 14,000 lanes, with spend areas including domestic road, rail, LTL, dedicated fleet, 3PL warehouses, trailers, and parcel services.
  • Ideal candidates possess strong communication, negotiation, analytical, and project management skills, with expertise in logistics systems like OTM and CASS, and a bachelor's degree in business or finance.
  • Must have an entrepreneurial spirit, problem-solving abilities, and experience in large complex organizations.

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