Procurement Category Manager

Company: Delicato Family Vineyards
Location: Napa
Posted on: April 1, 2025

Job Description:

The Procurement Category Manager is responsible for all aspects of sourcing strategy, leading and managing supply partnerships, external innovations, supplier quality improvement, sustainability improvement with supplier partners, and points of escalation as needed for the Supply Chain team. This role drives the overall Procurement category strategy for the assigned categories across the business and leads the procurement activities related to value creation, cost savings, innovation, sustainability, quality, in/out-sourcing, and more.Key Responsibilities:

• Leads, supports, and drives category strategies across the business, including Cost, Supply Resilience, Quality, Innovation, and Sustainability.
• Develops and ensures implementation of category strategies and leads cross-functional teams to optimize total cost of ownership.
• Proactively identifies continuous improvement opportunities.
• Leads cross-functional teams to bring category insights and recommendations.
• Creates a category-specific roadmap for sourcing projects and procurement activities.
• Leads complex supplier negotiations to secure best outcomes for the business.
• Drives value through supplier relationship management and regular business reviews.
• Works with internal customers and suppliers to improve sourcing processes.
• Acts as a change agent and implements change management to deliver value.
• Establishes category metrics and savings targets, monitors performance, and communicates these to stakeholders.
• Manages supplier contracts and relationships to ensure continuity of goods and services.
• Partners with Quality, Packaging, and Bottling Operations to resolve quality issues.
• Provides category-specific subject matter expertise and insights to internal clients.
• Remains current with market trends and communicates new technologies and solutions.
• Develops innovative category strategies that drive cost reduction and business value.
• Provides accurate volume forecasts for key category purchases.
• Drives improvement of procurement efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborates effectively across different organizational levels and functions.
• Supports Buyers in the procurement of specified materials and services.
• Maintains appropriate documentation to comply with Food Safety and Purchasing Policy.
• Issues RFP, receives competitive bids, analyzes proposals, negotiates agreements, and maintains compliance with purchasing policy.Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain, finance, management, or related field; MBA preferred.
  • 8+ years' experience in supply chain, specifically sourcing and procurement.
  • Prior experience in beverage alcohol or CPG preferred.Certificates and Licenses:
    • APICS, ISM, or CIPS certifications a plus.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
      • Deep knowledge of category management and strategic sourcing processes.
      • Excellent communication skills, analytical skills, and problem-solving ability.
      • Strong ability to analyze multi-dimensional data and complex information.
      • Continuous improvement mindset.
      • Experience with Supply Chain and accounting ERP Systems (SAP, JDE, etc.).
      • Strong skills in Microsoft Office suite tools.
      • Knowledge of financial/business analysis techniques.
      • Expert in conducting spend & demand analysis.
      • Expert in RFx development & execution.
      • Common knowledge in contract planning and execution.
      • Detailed knowledge of TCO and category strategies.
      • General understanding of Supply Chain Management tools.
      • Strong skills in procurement applications.Working Conditions:
        • General office environment with occasional travel.
        • Required to drive automotive equipment.Work Standards:
          • Acts in a manner reflective of the Company culture of High Moral Standards, Innovation, and Continuous Evolution.
          • Communicates and interacts effectively; receptive to feedback.
          • Demonstrates commitment to safety first and promotes a safe work environment.
          • Follows all Company policies and procedures.Additional Comments:Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.California Pay Transparency Disclaimer: This is an Exempt position. The pay range for this position is $100,157.52 to $156,787.44. Actual placement within range will be contingent upon a number of factors.Delicato Family Wines offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and more.Delicato Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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