Paper and Disposables Category Manager

As a Paper and Disposables Category Manager at Odeko, you will oversee the entire category strategy, manage supplier relationships, conduct market research, and optimize costs. Additionally, you'll collaborate with internal teams to ensure product availability and sustainability initiatives.

Odeko seeks a qualified Paper and Disposables Category Manager with strong procurement and vendor management experience, along with a solid understanding of market trends and sustainability practices. Excellent negotiation skills and a background in supply chain management are crucial.

In this role, you'll play a vital part in promoting sustainability by sourcing eco-friendly paper products and reducing waste. Odeko is committed to responsible sourcing practices, and your contributions will directly support these initiatives.

As a Paper and Disposables Category Manager at Odeko, your work will directly support local businesses by ensuring they have access to high-quality, affordable, and sustainable products. You'll be integral to driving efficiencies and enhancing the customer experience.

The pay range for the Paper and Disposables Category Manager at Odeko is between $77,000 and $110,000, along with opportunities for bonuses, equity, and other benefits, reflecting the experience and skills of the selected candidate.

Discuss your approach to developing comprehensive category strategies, including how you would analyze market data and align with organizational goals to enhance product sourcing and supplier relationships.

Explain your methods for monitoring supplier performance, such as establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) and providing feedback to maintain high standards for quality and delivery.

Provide a specific example that highlights your analytical skills, collaboration with suppliers, and how your strategy resulted in cost savings or improved product quality for past employers.

Discuss your techniques for conducting market research, engaging with industry networks, and sustaining a competitive edge by continuously updating your knowledge of upcoming product innovations.

Share your commitment to sustainability, illustrating how you've successfully integrated eco-friendly products into past sourcing strategies while ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.

Detail your strategy for maintaining optimal inventory levels, including collaboration with supply chain teams to balance stock levels with demand, minimizing shortages and excess.

Identify potential challenges such as fluctuating prices or supply chain disruptions, and outline proactive steps you would take to mitigate risks and ensure continuity and quality of supply.

Emphasize your ability to work with diverse teams such as sales, marketing, and finance, showcasing how effective communication can help align goals and tackle product-related issues.

Discuss key performance indicators you would track, such as cost savings, supplier performance, and inventory turnover, explaining how these metrics inform future strategies.

Provide insights into your negotiation techniques, touching upon the importance of building strong relationships and how clear communication can lead to mutually beneficial agreements.