Category Manager

Job Summary

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 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