Category Manager

Description:
Job Summary

Manage and oversee workflow of assigned categories.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Collaborate with Pricing Management Supervisor and other internal Pricing teams on assigned tasks related to the creation of new products
Responsible for updating pricing for select category(ies)
Review and correct pricing errors on received invoices for select cateogory(ies)
Assist with Product/Supplier sourcing for select category(ies)
Review Pricing Management procedures (internally) and collaborate with Pricing Management Supervisor to amend if necessary
Negotiates formal supply contracts and/or agreements as required
Assist with Product/Supplier sourcing for select category(ies)
Assist with reporting and product data pulls as needed
Maintain work/vacation schedule for group and assist Pricing Management Supervisor when needed
Assist Pricing team and Pricing Management Supervisor with special projects when needed

Other duties assigned as needed

Skills and Abilities
Ability to balance multiple tasks with changing priorities
Ability to work and think independently and ensuring to meet deadlines
Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive matters with discretion
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Must have clear and professional communication skills (written and oral) both internally and externally
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook)
Effective communication and interaction with employees clients and colleagues and the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization
Demonstrated customer service focus and client communication skills

Education and/or Experience
Minimum High school diploma or equivalent
A four-year degree and/or minimum 1-2 years' experience in Pricing Management in similar or related field (Construction Audiovisual Telecommunications) preferred
Category Management experience preferred
Experience operating in a multi-state and/or complex matrix business environment is desirable

Working Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers filing cabinets and fax machines. The work environment is generally moderate in noise (inter-office conversations and computers/printers).

Physical Requirements
The physical demands of this position are those that are necessary to meet the responsibilities and essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodatio