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What this role is
An Associate Category Manager supports procurement strategy and supplier relationships for a global sportswear company. This role suits procurement professionals or supply chain specialists who want to develop category management expertise while working with strategic suppliers and internal stakeholders.
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What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Marketing, or related field
- 3–5 years of experience in category management, procurement, strategic sourcing, or supplier management
- Knowledge of assigned categories including suppliers, market dynamics, and industry trends
- Experience with category strategy development and business planning
- Experience with strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and contract management
- Strong analytical skills and data management with spend analysis
- Experience managing supplier performance through scorecards and governance programs
- Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across teams
- Strong communication, presentation, and project management skills
- Up to 10% travel