Junior Category Manager

Westgate Resorts•Orlando, FL

22h

About The Position

The Jr. Category Manager will be responsible for sourcing and category management of spend categories of assigned areas of spend/commodities, directed towards providing contracted services and/or materials for business operations. This position will assist the company in effecting more efficient sourcing processes to save costs to meet scope, schedule, and budget. He/she will negotiate with suppliers to obtain goods, materials, and services at the best prices by using strategic sourcing strategies and extensive knowledge of their commodity industry. In addition to managing our supply chain of distributors and manufacturers, it is also critical to efficiently manage and support our internal customers and stakeholders. Success in this role will drive value creation through vendor consolidation and the use of market intelligence to drive cost savings, while delivering value to business groups through partnership and the centralization of sourcing and contract compliance functions to procurement specialists. Position Summary The Jr. Category Manager for Services is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for indirect services categories (e.g., professional services, marketing, facilities, IT services). This role ensures cost optimization, supplier performance, and risk mitigation while aligning with business objectives and compliance requirements. As a Jr. Category Manager you will: Key Responsibilities

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, preferably in services categories.
Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
Proficiency in procurement tools and ERP systems.
Knowledge of contract law and risk management principles.

Nice To Haves

Experience with strategic sourcing methodologies (e.g., RFx, category management).
Familiarity with supplier diversity and sustainability initiatives.
Certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned service categories.
Conduct market analysis to identify trends, cost drivers, and supplier capabilities.
Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and service criteria.
Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing to achieve optimal value.
Manage supplier relationships to ensure performance and compliance.
Cost Optimization: Drive cost savings initiatives through competitive bidding, negotiation, and process improvements.
Monitor and report on savings and performance metrics.
Risk & Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards.
Mitigate supply chain risks through contingency planning and supplier diversification.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and deliver sourcing solutions.
Support project teams with procurement expertise and guidance.
Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits – medical, dental and vision
Paid Time Off (PTO) – vacation, sick, and personal
Paid Holidays
401K with generous company match
Get access to your pay as you need it with our Daily Pay benefit
Family benefits including pregnancy, and parental leave and adoption assistance
Wellness Programs
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Assistance
Military Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Insurance
Pet Insurance
Exclusive discounts for Team Member (i.e., hotels, cruise, resorts, restaurants, entertainment, etc.)
Advancement & development opportunities
Community Involvement Programs