Category Manager

AEP

Base: $135,212- $175,780; bonus/equity: not specif...
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Strategic sourcing agreements
Cost reduction opportunities
Total cost of ownership (tco) savings
** AEP is seeking a Category Manager to lead procurement projects and sourcing categories, aiming to achieve significant annual savings while managing high-spend categories. The role requires advanced negotiation skills and expertise in supply chain management, along with strong analytical and communication abilities. **

Job Summary

  • Act as lead for assigned Procurement projects, programs, and sourcing categories, overseeing specific projects and sourcing categories by providing leadership to team members.
  • Manage project-driven sourcing activities for a variety of market baskets that are normally associated with high-spend, high-impact, and often complex categories across multiple business unit stakeholders.
  • At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company! We’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** AEP is seeking a Category Manager to lead procurement projects and sourcing categories, aiming to achieve significant annual savings while managing high-spend categories. The role requires advanced negotiation skills and expertise in supply chain management, along with strong analytical and communication abilities. **

Salary

Base: $135,212- $175,780; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strategic sourcing agreements
  • Cost reduction opportunities
  • Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) savings
  • Market intelligence
  • Supply levers
  • Benchmarking category performance

Nice-to-have

  • Thought leadership
  • Motivate others
  • Cross-functional partnerships
  • Compelling communicator

Key Requirements

  • 6 years supply chain experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field
  • Advanced negotiations
  • Ability to execute complex business transactions
  • Expert knowledge of supply base
  • Expert knowledge of market forces
  • Experience using e-procurement tools
  • Proficient with Excel and MS Office Suite

Work Rights

Not specified

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