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Experience Experience

San Francisco, CA

Regional Category Manager

San Francisco, CA

Parisian LLC

San Francisco, CA

Regional Category Manager

Monitor and develop supplier performance by conducting performance dialogues with relevant suppliers
Develop and execute regional procurement category strategies for assigned category mix
Further develop the BASF active natural gas management approach in North America
Collaborate with suppliers to improve performance and innovate
Set cost reduction targets for all category teams and develop them to a high performing organization
Drive demand management and sourcing initiatives with virtual sourcing teams and make sure all activities are captured accurately
Provide mentorship and influence to downstream procurement teams and processes for seamless execution of category management strategies

Los Angeles, CA

SCM Regional Category Manager Nafta Indirect

Los Angeles, CA

Batz and Sons

Los Angeles, CA

SCM Regional Category Manager Nafta Indirect

Implement and execute projects using standard approach and processes working within multifunctional teams across multiple locations within the Americas region
1) Supply Chain Category manager is responsible for the Capital & Equipment Leasing categories of indirect spend ($100m+ annual)
Implement and sustain standard tools and processes to increase productivity and efficiency. Share best practices and lessons learned and promote continuous improvement culture
Ensure alignment with Financial Reporting Guidelines for the administration of Leases for personal property and regulatory compliance
2) Lease Administration process for the NAFTA region ($200M of administered spend)
Negotiate internally and externally to resolve issues
Perform supplier qualifications, negotiations, and performance management

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Boston, MA

Senior Regional Category Manager

Boston, MA

Leffler-O'Hara

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Boston, MA

Senior Regional Category Manager

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Ideal candidates might come from consumer sector, including fashion, retail, consumer electronics, marketing management consulting
Align with regional and global marketing and sales team to define strategy and plan
Close collaboration with Global, Regional and Country Marketing teams and Consumer Insights and Analytics teams
Lead the growing categories across 4Ps to drive both revenue and share gain across APAC
Creative briefing of product tool-kits and deployment to your designated countries
Responsible for ATL and BTL activities including appreciation of the 4P's ie Price, Product, Positioning, Promotion
Lead end to end brand strategy across 14 countries in the APAC region

Education Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Howard University

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Skills Skills

Strategic thinker with solid facilitation ability supported by excellent interpersonal competencies (communication, leadership, influencing)
Excellent physical fitness, professional manner and discretion
Ability to handle and resolve customer conflicts in a professional, tactful manner
Category planning in terms of revenue, profitability and working capital
Expert proficiency in basic MS Office© software and other business systems (Ariba, Emptoris Mpower, SAP etc.)
Knowledgeable in offshore operating environments e.g. Captive, Build Operate Transfer, Managed Service, Functional & Full Service concepts
5+ years in-depth strategic and operational procurement experience with a solid working knowledge of category management
Proven capability in negotiation, conflict resolution and stakeholder management
Excellent customer service skills; energetic, enthusiastic and motivational
Ability to present to a large group of people and facilitate discussion among them

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Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Lead end to end brand strategy across 14 countries in the APAC region
Define and develop the direction for the consumer marketing plan including; owning category P&L,portfolio definition, business planning and reporting processes
Experience of multiple markets in APAC region, ideally China, Japan, ANZ, Korea
Extensive Consumer Marketing experience, ideally from a major brand within FMCG, Lifestyle, Consumer Electronics
Numerically minded, with strong commercial instinct, able to own P&L and forecasting process experience
People should be able to work in a fast-paced environment, act decisively, create and drive change, and able to work collaboratively

Senior Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Define and develop the direction for the consumer marketing plan including; owning category P&L, portfolio definition, business planning and reporting processes
Responsible for ATL and BTL activities including appreciation of the 4P's ie Price, Product, Positioning, Promotion
Close collaboration with Global, Regional and Country Marketing teams and Consumer Insights and Analytics teams
Creative briefing of product tool-kits and deployment to your designated countries
Experience of multiple markets in APAC region, ideally China, Japan, ANZ, Korea is a MUST
Extensive Consumer Marketing experience, ideally from a major brand within FMCG, Lifestyle, Consumer Electronics is highly preferred
Strong understanding of the execution of 4P's across multiple markets
People should have strong communication skills and it is essential you have a high command of the English language, both written and verbal

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Lead and drive the formulation and deployment of category management strategies across the enterprise
Own and build strong relationships with key internal customers and suppliers
Drive and deliver supply chain value and risk management through partnership and early engagement with key stakeholders in understanding business needs and market trends
Provide mentorship and influence to downstream procurement teams and processes for seamless execution of category management strategies
Lead cross-functional teams in category planning
Conduct sourcing actions and contract negotiations with suppliers, to steer favourable outcomes in line with organisational objectives

Senior Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Lead the growing categories across 4Ps to drive both revenue and share gain across APAC
Align with regional and global marketing and sales team to define strategy and plan
Responsible for regional category P&L with strong commercial sense

SCM Regional Category Manager Nafta Indirect Resume Examples & Samples

2) Lease Administration process for the NAFTA region ($200M of administered spend)
3) Eaton – Buy – Eaton Program Champion ($25M annual program spend)
Leverage category knowledge to identify, establish and lead the development of regional category strategies to meet business requirements - including cost reduction, supplier performance, working capital and supplier reduction objectives. Link with global strategy, where applicable
Manage a program of supply chain projects for the category / categories to meet business requirements - including cost, supplier performance, supplier reduction and working capital
Implement and execute projects using standard approach and processes working within multifunctional teams across multiple locations within the Americas region
Manage supplier relationships to meet cost and supplier performance requirements
Collaborate and build relationships with internal stakeholders to identify requirements and ensure supply chain meets the business requirements of the categories internal customers
Negotiate internally and externally to resolve issues
Manage contract renewals and contract negotiations to meet commercial, schedule and regulatory requirements
Implement and sustain standard tools and processes to increase productivity and efficiency. Share best practices and lessons learned and promote continuous improvement culture
Ensure alignment with Financial Reporting Guidelines for the administration of Leases for personal property and regulatory compliance
Collaborate and build relationships with internal stakeholders to identify requirements and ensure supply chain meets the business requirements of Eaton Buy Eaton program
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution required
Minimum 10 years professional work experience; 5 years’ experience in supply chain / category management / procurement required
No relocation is being offered for this role. Candidates being considered must reside within 50 miles of the any of the following facilities : Beachwood – OH, Moon Township – PA, Galesburg – MI, Irvine – California, or Eden Prairie – MN
Must be authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship
Bachelor’s degree focus on Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Management
Professional supply chain related certification (e.g. CPM, CPSM, CPIM
Industrial operations experience with BU and/or corporate
Preferred Knowledge and Training
Prior demonstration of strong sourcing and supplier management knowledge
Demonstrated understanding of indirect supply chain management, strategic requirements, challenges and solutions to win
Strong communication, customer service and interpersonal skills necessary to converse with a diverse group of stakeholders including senior management, engineers, operations and supply chain management personnel
Successful track record managing supply chain programs and/or projects
Strong negotiations knowledge, skills, and experience. Prior experience with supplier negotiations
Experience in supplier contract construction and contract management process
Ability to leverage data and analytics to make informed decisions, including effective use of desktop analytics tools (e.g. Excel and PowerPoint)
Demonstrated problem solving skills
Ability to execute in a matrixed environment with strong influencing skills
Knowledge of Lean methodology preferred with a demonstrated continuous improvement mindset

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Set cost reduction targets for all category teams and develop them to a high performing organization
Make sure that sourcing methodology is applied in a meaningful and pragmatic manner
Facilitate and promote sourcing strategies to sustainably consolidate the supplier base
Make sure that contracts for preferred suppliers are based on ABB’s terms and conditions
Actively manage supplier portfolio including evaluation and classification and run regular review meeting for smooth operation
Oversee and solve cost, quality or scheduling issues and run claim management when escalated
Drive demand management and sourcing initiatives with virtual sourcing teams and make sure all activities are captured accurately

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Collate supplier, market, category and internal business data and information for the region, and provide regional input and validation to the global Category Strategy, including facilitating involvement of relevant stakeholders. Using this as a basis, develop regional-specific category strategies and communicate and distribute to relevant stakeholders in the procurement and business community. Strategies developed will be scalable and aligned appropriately across Takeda Operating Companies and functions
Provide regional category input to inform the top-down target setting process and take responsibility for the delivery of regional savings targets following engagement in the target setting process
Develop a pipeline of regional category initiatives and opportunities (Savings / Productivity / Risk Management / Innovation) using external supply market / business intelligence, application of benchmarking methodologies and internal business partner knowledge. This may include management and coordination of specialist suppliers on market intelligence data
Provide input into the development of the Annual Category Plan based on the regional category strategy, business planning activities and regional category pipeline and ensure these are staffed and executed on a timely basis in line with the targeted goals. This will involve providing oversight, support and coaching to any allocated project managers in the deployment of projects
Provide regional input into the development of the Category Management Handbook to translate the Category Strategy and Annual Category Plan into clear, practical guidance for key procurement and functional colleagues and ensure that category associates involved in operational buying activities have access to the Category Management Handbook
Liaise with the regional procurement hubs and the business to ensure the generation of monthly metrics reports
Delivery of and accurate reporting of Procurement Balanced Scorecard measures and Value Contribution targets (operational metrics, savings, quality etc) achieved from implemented sourcing strategies
Contract volumes and associated statistics by category, geography and function, as appropriate
As well as within Procurement, develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders relating to regional category accountabilities, Takeda’s Procurement Groups and General / Administrative functions such as Finance, IS, HR, Legal, Privacy, Compliance to ensure appropriate inputs to sourcing strategies and implementation plans
Support the global development and standardization of core category management infrastructure (Processes / Systems / Tools) and encourage adoption in the region to improve procurement efficiency, performance and compliance
Degree level educated
5+ years in-depth strategic and operational procurement experience with a solid working knowledge of category management
5+ years overall business experience, including working within a regulated industry
Capable of managing cross functional project teams to generate material value across multiple categories
Direct experience in managing category management projects and development of sourcing strategies
Proven Financial and Business Acumen (e.g. TCO, TEI, NPV & Cost Modeling)
Outstanding communication and project management capabilities
Ability to deal with ambiguity and complexity
Change management and process improvement skills with direct experience in delivering business process change
Strategic thinker with solid facilitation ability supported by excellent interpersonal competencies (communication, leadership, influencing)
Proven capability in negotiation, conflict resolution and stakeholder management
Ability to manage effectively in a global, fluid, interactive, matrix environment
Skilled and experienced in project and risk management
Knowledgeable in offshore operating environments e.g. Captive, Build Operate Transfer, Managed Service, Functional & Full Service concepts
Expert proficiency in basic MS Office© software and other business systems (Ariba, Emptoris Mpower, SAP etc.)
Post graduate business related qualification such as an MBA
Analytical experience in positions of increasing analytical complexity, autonomy and responsibility. Demonstrated ability in organizing, analyzing and reporting complex financial data with solid grounding in basic procurement and financial processes and systems
International strategic sourcing / category management experience
Pharmaceutical Industry or Management Consulting experience

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Prior experience in procurement and category management
Proven Category and Industry experience and knowledge
Strategic & effective thinker - with the ability to identify and exploit innovative concepts leading at a global level through complex projects
Effective communicator – with an established strong supplier relationship with internal & external client executives and with an ability to reach consensus across category strategies, targets and savings commitments
Multi-tasking skills – with an ability to handle multiple urgent requirements in a high pressure environment

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Support purchase order creation process flow
Lead sourcing processes (RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, etc.) including commercial analysis, negotiation, selection, contracting
Establish contracts, including business KPIs ensuring terms and conditions are supported, formally agreed to and documented
Review supplier performance collaboratively with key internal stakeholders
Conduct market intelligence research by interacting with key suppliers, industry associations, and internal stakeholders to collect industry relevant information and rationalizing to assess impact current and future to BASF
Provide disciplinary leadership of a team of category buyers/agents
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Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Develop and execute regional procurement category strategies for assigned category mix
Provide Supplier Relationship Management - manage relationships with regional suppliers, which will include collaborating on innovation, monitoring performance metrics, resolving claims and/or disputes, etc
Provide Internal Business Partner Management – works to understand the BU strategy and priorities and translate needs into the category strategy
Accountable for market intelligence not only for the current market but also to forecast future (3-5 years) market conditions and potential impact to BASF
Manage the category’s RfX process

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Business Management: Executes Business Strategy for the Region. Directs and ensures the procurement of direct materials to meet or exceed business plans, objectives and support requirements, including Quality, Delivery, Cost and NPI support
Strategic Cost Management: Accountable for Regional and WW Category savings target. Manages Procurement activities associated with Supply Chain optimization with Total Cost Ownership (TCO). Builds ‘funnel’ by identifying regional projects
Supplier Management: Establishes and maintains supplier relations. Provides leadership in working with internal partners to select worldwide best technologies, parts and suppliers to meet or exceed business needs, including supplier categorization, supplier risk management, supplier ESR management, and supplier performance management with TQRDCE
Category Management: Develops and implements category strategies and project plans that aligns with Global Category Strategy or business requirements. Manages the assurance of supply for assigned categories or projects
Contracting & negotiating: Recognized expert on negotiating and developing contractual agreements
Champions the development of analytical tools and predictive models. Originates action, makes decisions from broad objectives and concepts. Solves a broad range of problems varying in scope and complexity. Implements complex processes requiring innovation and insight. Expert Negotiator
Leads development projects requiring coordination with other functions, entities and suppliers. Works with Supply Managers and procurement engineers to ensure Category Strategy is inclusive of both current and future issues and directions
Act as SPOC for the local sites for both OF/Procurement and R&D (may via NPS)
Conducts all business activities in accordance with Agilent’s Standard of Business Conduct
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree preferably in Business Administration, Business Engineering, Business Science
Knowledge of leading edge procurement practices, commodity strategies, terms and negotiation concepts and business law
Knowledge of financial and analytical skills/tools to determine total cost, evaluate suppliers and suggest improvements in procurement processes (statistics, cost accounting, computer spreadsheets, flow charting, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to work independently to achieve desired results from general objectives
Effective written and communication skills in native language and English for the procurement environment
Strong interpersonal skills to represent Agilent to suppliers and relate to peers/ managers/ internal partners
Demonstrated leadership and ability to effectively manage projects

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Serve as leader for Supplier Identification, Qualification, and Development for low-cost regions
Handle direct engagement and interface between procurement/sourcing, material management, operations, engineering, and other relevant functions as needed
Plan, lead, and manage all phases of new business acquisition for the Supply Chain function in assigned region
Perform supplier qualifications, negotiations, and performance management
Support New Product Introductions to ensure preferred Suppliers are utilized
Examine existing procedures and opportunities to streamline activities to meet product distribution needs
Identify and implement working capital improvements with Suppliers (i.e., extended payment terms, Supplier pull replenishment, and other working capital improvement projects)
Transition ERP into new business acquisitions while ensuring synergy plans are met on-time
Serve as member of diverse, cross-functional team to work with other cultures in complex, fast-paced, high mix/low volume environment
Project management experience with projects spanning multiple sites, multiple countries, and multiple simultaneous projects
Technical competencies enabling engagement and influence in engineering
Experience working in low-cost/developing countries
25-50% domestic and international travel required

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Manage Dell's relationship with critical IT Consulting suppliers
Service as the subject matter expert for purchasing IT services and consulting
Executing strategic sourcing plans and communicate them to executives
Understanding key cost drivers and developing should-cost models
Negotiating cost and contract terms
Collaborate with suppliers to improve performance and innovate
Benchmarking procurement trends for assigned category
Participate in transformational initiatives and strive to continually improve procurement processes and procedures

Senior.regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Responsible for Regional Category P&L, goals, strategy, priority, performance
Be the Expert for AP on category business, competition, consumers’ needs and behaviors, marketing needs for the category ATL/BTL
Be the Point of contact for global Business Group & Local Category Managers
Product
10+ years of international marketing/Brand experience in fashion, Retail, consumer electronics, and/or brand/marketing management consulting
Experience with P&L/portfolio management and full marketing mix, including developing 360 campaign
Experience in developing brand strategy recommendations and successfully growing a product line
Prior experience of partnership development for joint Brand activities
Passion for consumers’ needs and business dynamics
Ideal candidate has proven leadership skills to create strong internal/external relationships, while being a global team player
Ability to view issues from a broad strategic perspective and strong experience in problem solving, influencing and decision making
Organizational savvy to understand how to get things done in a global/regional matrix organization
Great communicator
Self-management skills and self-started attitude highly valued
English fluent verbally and written is a must
Bachelor’s degree with strong academic performance, MBA is a plus

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Manage Dell's relationship with critical Consulting and Labor suppliers
Service as the subject matter expert for purchasing Consulting and Labor services
Support the development of strategic sourcing plans

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Bachelor Degree in Marketing, Business, Food Technology or any other relevant discipline
Strategic and planning skills to deliver clear and well structured plans
Project management skills for seamless execution of category initiatives
Influencing skills to deliver in a matrix and leveraging other resources
Collaborative, team player, Strong communicator
Independence and confidence
Language: English as mandatory and Spanish as must have
Desirable 5-10 years experience within Food & Beverage, Ingredients, flavors Industry
Exposure to the beverage, Savory, Sweets or Dairy industry and sound understanding of the Latin American market
Product development and/or technical experience
Successful business development and project management experience
Brand management and/or marketing exposure
Consumer insights and trends generation, capture and leverage
Consumer research expertise

Regional Category Manager R&D Resume Examples & Samples

Strong knowledge of Marketing Procurement
Set direction & inspire
Drive performance
Live our values

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Degree level eg BA, BSc
Experience developing sophisticated commercial procurement strategies that align with the business’s needs
Deep category and market expertise. Specifically with creative agencies, Digital Agencies and Production
Demonstrated expertise in managing categories is required, particularly with respect to developing & implementing strategies, stakeholder management and supplier relationship management
Demonstrated experience in influencing strategy and managing across multiple geographies and business units
Demonstrated experience in managing regional projects with consideration to diverse LOC needs and regulation (eg taxes, law, regulation)
A strong understanding of business and financial analysis
MBA, MCIPS (or US/International equivalents)

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Define and lead (global) multi BG cross-functional sourcing teams
Provide team members with direction and support throughout the steps and activities of the strategic sourcing process
Manage and facilitate the collaboration within the cross-functional sourcing team
Develop and manage relationship with key suppliers and track their performance
Be a challenger in the different Sourcing teams:Validate the decision documents: Provide expert input on the key milestone meetings; Be a key person for the discussion of issues; Manage the standardized way of working across the categories
Manage relationship with internal stakeholder during projects
Collect and manage internal stakeholders feedback on the sourcing process to identify further TCO reduction opportunities
Improve and reinforce the DSM Purchasing profile and recognition within the internal stakeholder community
Quality, Health, Safety and Environment
Ensure category strategies, supplier selection and supplier contracting is in line with DSM QHSE guidelines and systems, in order to meet legal obligations, guarantee the quality of processes and products,

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Ensure that commodities are supplied to BASF consuming plants without production disruption, within parameters jointly set with the Business Units and meeting contractual obligations with third party suppliers
Further develop the BASF active natural gas management approach in North America
Strengthen the BASF market position for natural gas by securing pipeline capacities, storage capacities and establishing new trading counterparts
Establish and implement global and regional procurement category strategies in conjunction with the global procurement team and BASF business units
Provide timely raw material forecasts to the business groups so they may optimize marketing strategies and profitability forecasts

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Develop and implement sourcing and demand management strategies for External Workforce Management categories of spend, i.e., MSP, contingent labor, and services engagements (SOW management). The strategies fully leverage the Novartis US, North American, and, where possible, global spend of Novartis across all divisions in accordance with Company policy and procedures, in line with Company standards, including HR, Legal, and other Company stakeholder requirements
Establish, maintain and develop a strong national, regional, and global Procurement network and strong relationships with the internal customer community and suppliers to challenge existing practices, and to drive innovation and continuous improvement
Ensure high level of senior key stakeholder support in spend category through implementation of approved sourcing and demand management processes and communication of sourcing value proposition across US locations
Act as a pro-active point of contact for 3rd party suppliers and internal and other stakeholders representing all Novartis functions and divisions
Align local initiatives with North American and Global category management (both Contingent Labor and Professional Services), HR and Legal requirements and business strategies, and ensure sharing of best practices
Manage the implementation and measure the results of agreed strategies (e.g., SOW management, demand management, supplier consolidation) and establish timely and transparent communication to key stakeholders and the Procurement network
Seek and share best practice and develop synergies among US stakeholder teams in key areas such as market analysis, cost modeling, risk analysis, benchmarking, eRFx, and development of sourcing strategy
Build and manage strong project teams in multi-layered, complex environment and deliver results in line with Company and Procurement targets and according to Company standards
Support departmental supplier diversity goals
7-10 years of Procurement experience. Extensive experience in category and demand management, as well as negotiating
A proven track record in driving complex, multi-functional projects and large change management initiatives, focused on measurable, compliance with requirements and client satisfaction
Strong commercial background including contract management, best sourcing practices and specific category knowledge
Experience influencing Senior Management and company-wide change management
Functional knowledge of e-procurement
Experience in Category Management Process, especially for contingent labor and professional services categories of spend
Demonstrated knowledge of sourcing project management
Knowledge of sourcing systems and processes

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

A minimum of 5 years working in retail environment with a focus on buying and mechanising
Educated to degree level
Possess strong sense of ownership with ambition, energy and passion
Driven and determined to achieve results in a fast paced, start-up orientated working environment
Willing and aiming to go above expectations
Has belief and conviction in decisions
Possess commercial awareness
Previous experience in commercial organisation
Experience of the buying cycle and associated processes
Strong planning, organisation and communication skills
Experience in planning and management of seasonal timelines
Flexibility towards communication with people working remotely and in different time zones
Precise and timely responses to clients and their demands
Numeracy and analytical ability
Highly numerate with applied, in depth knowledge of MS Excel
Proven experience of data, reporting and analysis
Attention to detail, diligent, accountable and highly committed to accuracy
High personal standards for the quality and value of own work
Strong attention to detail and high commitment to accuracy
Experience and understanding of fashion e-commerce and the associated strengths and weakness this route to market possess is preferred

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Manage the Men's fashion business end-to-end from buying to selling
Brand Acquisition and Brand Management across different fulfillment types
Portfolio management ranging from local designers to global brands
Category planning in terms of revenue, profitability and working capital
Manage a team of buyers and planners across South-East Asia

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Bachelor’s degree in commercial programing/ finance / engineering
3-4 years’ experience in IT, Management Consulting and/or automotive industry
Strong data analysis skills and knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Visio
Entrepreneurial and innovative mindset with well-developed interpersonal and leadership skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluent in English; Chinese a plus

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Supports and articulates the Life Time Fitness mission and vision statement
Maintains a Healthy Way of Life
Ensures cleanliness of the club using all 5 senses
Sound to ensure music/sound levels are appropriate
Touch to ensure floors, countertops, etc are clean and dry
Taste to ensure food & beverages in the café are up-to-standards
Smell to ensure the club is fresh and odor free
Two or more years Life Time Fitness Sr. Aquatic Department Head experience highly preferred
Multi-unit management experience required, with emphasis given to candidates with experience managing annual budgets of over $1 million
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop large teams (250 people or more)
Ability to build relationships with Team members
Extensive knowledge of Aquatics, Lifeguards, Swim Lessons, Swim Team and Masters programming
Ability to present to a large group of people and facilitate discussion among them
Excellent physical fitness, professional manner and discretion

NA Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Lead the regional category development throughout the entire category dimension
Actively monitor the external market conditions which might have impact on FLSmidth business
Further development and deployment of the supplier relations management
Be proactive in maintaining and communicating the overview of regional and local supplier options, qualified suppliers as well as supplier capability and capacity
Supplier classification
Ensure utilization and compliance of tools and processes
Report cost reductions and achievements
Continue to negotiate and provide the best possible regional and global pricing tariffs from the fewest preferred suppliers
Exploit market trends in the transportation/logistics industry, hereunder identify potential new suppliers or partnerships
Support the relevant FLS entities within the region to optimize total costs of transportation/logistics services
Continue to reduce the long tail, concentration the spend with fewer suppliers
Be main contact for preferred regional suppliers, hereunder to negotiate the relevant agreements
Responsible for the procurement compliance within the region, in terms of honoring the targeted/agreed spend distribution among preferred global and regional suppliers

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Define strategies and approaches to achieve goals and improve procurement of assigned categories and commodities
Proven understanding of diverse procurement categories and strategic sourcing methodology
Lead efforts to qualify alternate and second source suppliers
Oversee all transactional work associated with the purchases
Work with cross functional stakeholders to identify strategic sourcing opportunities
Modify and maintain contracts with associated categories
Input cost savings and avoidances into database
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, operations, business, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a benefit
7-10 years strategic sourcing experience. Experience in the automotive, consumer electronics, or electrical equipment manufacturing industry is a benefit
Prior experience in purchasing packaging, raw materials, chemicals, or automotive and electronic components would be an asset
Experience managing supplier and customer relationships and the competitive bidding process
Proven record of achieving cost savings
Strong systems skills including Excel, Word, Powerpoint, and an Enterprise Resource Planning System such as SAP / Ariba

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Flexible, adaptive and versatile. Needs to be able to slot into different teams. Strong analytical and excel skills
Direct experience in sports brands or sports industry will be a plus
Entrepreneurial and innovative mind set with well-developed interpersonal and leadership skills
At least 5 years direct experiences in retailers, distributors, brands or e-commerce
Strong communication and negotiation skills, result-oriented and able to problem solve as well as multi task well
Proven experience as category manager or similar role

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

At least 5 years of work experience in buying and / or e-commerce, ideally in Fashion
Flexible, adaptive and versatile personality; able to slot into different teams
Proven ability in building relationships in complex environment
Strong analytical and excel skills
Solid understanding of digital marketing, previous experience in online marketing is a plus
Strong affinity with Fashion industry and e-commerce

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Bring cooperation with suppliers and internal stakeholders to a sterling level
Build category pipeline and follow up on project execution to ensure impact
Monitor and develop supplier performance by conducting performance dialogues with relevant suppliers
Develop and implement the corporate category strategies in the region
Ensure full utilisation of internal synergies

Regional Category Manager Resume Examples & Samples

University educated in a Business/Supply Chain-related discipline
Demonstrated expertise (at least 5 years experience) in managing categories, particularly with respect to developing & implementing strategies, stakeholder management and supplier relationship management
Previous experience in managing global/regional projects with consideration to diverse LOC needs and regulation (eg taxes, law, regulation)
Possesses high commercial and business acumen, with strong research and analytical skills having developed solutions to complex problems and high value financial proposals

Regional Category Manager for Discovery Categories Resume Examples & Samples

Engage with and manage the relationships with key stakeholders such as DA’s/Platforms Heads/ Heads of Operations, Scientific Operations, QA/QC where appropriate
Gain a deeper understanding of scientific objectives, along with current and future third party needs and potential opportunities
Act as one of the Procurement primary points of contact and either take direct responsibility for Procurement solutions or identify the appropriate Procurement resource(s)
Collaborate with scientific stakeholders, to identify third party requirements and then convert to Procurement business cases, strategies, activities, and resource needs
Apply all Procurement levers (Demand, Process, Supply, Innovation) in identifying solutions and opportunities with scientific stakeholders to deliver savings and process efficiencies
Identify appropriate Procurement resources to insure ongoing operational and systems support is provided to the scientific stakeholders
Identify innovative and unique Procurement solutions – explore ways to create more value with new combinations of products, services, suppliers, in-sourced vs out-sourced
Drive early involvement of Procurement in budgeting, spend, capital planning, and make vs buy decisions
Develop strong partnership with Finance support teams to drive spend efficiencies and operational excellence
Provide ongoing education to stakeholder leadership regarding Procurement category strategies, key productivity initiatives, policies, NBS goals, x-divisional leveraging opportunities
Communicate key scientific objectives and strategies to other members of Discovery Procurement team and recommend appropriate resources and priorities
Deliver regional savings targets following engagement in the target setting process
Execute the agreed upon regional procurement projects in a timely manner in line with the targeted goals and strategies
Management of strategic regional supplier relationships
Monitor compliance and adherence to Novartis Procurement policies and procedures insuring internal issues are addressed and resolved in a timely manner

Regional Category Manager North West Europe Resume Examples & Samples

Work across boundaries
Release energy
Develop capability & talent
Master’s Degree Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, Quantitative Sciences, Engineering
Relevant experience in procurement, especially on the marketing categories (market research, print, POS and promotions)
Proven negotiations and contract management skills
English proficiency (written and oral)
Leadership/communication skills
Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
Proven ability to work remotely and successfully in global complex organizations
Special skill on Excel, pivot tables, and databases understanding
Full knowledge to deal with Microsoft tools
Understand of ERP´s dynamics
Use of Strategic Thinking to build relationship (with stakeholders and suppliers) and create sourcing plans
Knowledge of Marketing Procurement
Ability to plan strategies & lead high level negotiations for long term and/or multi-countries high value contract