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Category Leader

Cynet SystemsOakland, CA
Full-time

Pay Range: $120000Years - $120000Years.Acts as subject matter expert for particular categories or services.Develops and implements category plans and sourcing strategies for medium complexity categ...Show more

Associate Director of Category Management

Ignite HR Solutions and our ClientsBerkeley, California, United States
Full-time

Our client, Ripple Foods, is hiring!.Ripple Foods is looking for a highly motivated, data-driven .Associate Director of Category Management.This role is responsible for developing and executing end...Show more

Assistant Manager

DHEOakland, CA, US
Full-time

As the Assistant Restaurant Manager you will manage restaurant operations in conjunction with, or in the absence of, the Restaurant Manager.You will recruit, select, train and develop restaurant em...Show more

Assistant Manager

Panda Restaurant GroupOakland, CA, US
Full-time

Are You Craving A Career With An Industry Leader?.Panda Express is searching for experienced leaders to join our store management team.Panda is 100% committed to the professional and personal devel...Show more

Category Planning Analyst

Harmless HarvestOakland, CA, United States
Full-time

Salary Position Type Full Time.Harmless Harvest envisions a world where nutritious, clean, organic, and healthy food and beverages are the standard rather than the exception; where all people invol...Show more

Retail Manager

Savers / Value VillageAlameda, CA, US
Full-time

As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the United States, Canada and Australia for value priced pre-owned clothing, accessories and household goods, our mission is to champion reuse a...Show more

Accounting Manager

Dreisbach EnterprisesOakland, CA, United States
Full-time

Dreisbach has been serving our customers with the pride and integrity of a family-owned company for over 50 years.The tradition of excellence that was started by the company's founders is reflected...Show more

Site Manager

WRIST SHIP SUPPLYOakland, CA, US
Full-time

This position is for local residents only.You can look forward to a professional and challenging job in a global company with an ambitious growth strategy.We offer a positive, informal and internat...Show more

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IT Manager

TradeJobsWorkForce94137 San Francisco, CA, US
Full-time

Running regular checks on network and data security Identifying and acting on opportunities to improve and update software and systems Developing and implementing IT policy and best practice guides...Show more

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General Manager

El Pollo LocoSan Pablo, CA, US
Full-time

General Manager Job Summary: .Operate a million dollar business! General managers create strategies, lead teams and ensure compliance of standards and policies.A successful General Manager is a tho...Show more

Event Manager

Legends GlobalOakland, CA, United States
Full-time

Legends Global, the leader in privately managed public facilities has an excellent and immediate opening for an Event Manager at Legends Global Oakland Arena and Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.Thi...Show more

E-Commerce Production Category Associate

World MarketOakland, CA, United States
Full-time +1

E-commerce Production Category Associate.You won't find a store and team like this anywhere else! We're passionate about our mission to delight customers with a unique, ever-changing marketplace of...Show more

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Expert Category Leader

Rose InternationalOakland, CA, USA
Full-time

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or job-related discipline or equivalent experience.Experience sourcing in Consulting / Professional Services, Construction / Re...Show more

Assistant Manager

WingstopEmeryville, CA, US
Full-time

Wingstop’s mission is to serve the world flavor.Wingstop is the destination when you crave fresh never faked wings, hand-cut seasoned fries, and any of our famous sides.For people who demand flavor...Show more

Engineering Manager

Carbon HealthRemote, California, United States, 94612
Remote
Full-time
Quick Apply

As a physician-founded and led organization, ensuring everyone has access to quality healthcare is what inspires us.The magic we’ve created lies in Carbon Health’s custom EHR and the collaboration ...Show more

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Installation Manager

Bath Concepts Independent DealersOakland, CA, US
Full-time
Quick Apply

Installation Manager – Bath & Shower Remodeling Bath Concepts Independent Dealers is a trusted, locally operated remodeling company known for delivering stylish, low-maintenance, and cost-effective...Show more

Service Manager

Trek BicycleBerkeley, California
Full-time

As Service Manager, you’ll be the operations lead for your store’s Service Center—and you’ll be the one who’s ultimately accountable for all decisions relating to workflow, staffing of mechanics, a...Show more

Shift Manager

Church's Texas ChickenOakland, CA
Full-time +1

Global Restaurant Hospitality Group is a Church's Chicken franchisee operating restaurants throughout Southern California.Date: January 2026.Job Title: Shift Manager.Classification: Part-Time/Varia...Show more

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Category Leader

Category Leader

Cynet SystemsOakland, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description:

Pay Range: $120000Years - $120000Years

Responsibilities:
  • Acts as subject matter expert for particular categories or services.
  • Develops and implements category plans and sourcing strategies for medium complexity categories that optimize cost, mitigate risk, and ensure supply continuity.
  • Leads competitive bidding processes including RFPs, RFIs, and negotiations to secure best-value agreements.
  • Negotiates, drafts, and manages contracts to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, corporate policies, and industry standards.
  • Develops and sustains mutually beneficial strategic relationships with category suppliers, conducting regular performance reviews, fostering collaboration on innovation and continuous improvement, and ensuring alignment with the company’s safety, reliability, and sustainability goals.
  • Partners with and influences cross-functional stakeholders and teams in developing sourcing and negotiation strategies for medium complexity spend categories
  • Maintains awareness of industry and market trends, supplier landscapes, and regulatory changes to drive informed decision-making and strategic sourcing initiatives.
  • Conducts and documents market research and supplier risk analysis to verify the financial health of existing and potential suppliers.
Qualifications Minimum:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or job-related discipline or equivalent experience.
  • 6 years of experience in sourcing.
Desired:
  • 8 years of work experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, preferably in the utility, energy, or infrastructure sectors
  • Experience sourcing in Consulting / Professional Services, Construction / Related Services, or Materials
  • Proven ability to lead high-value negotiations, develop contract structures, and drive favorable outcomes.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience leveraging spend analytics, cost modeling, and digital procurement tools to optimize category strategies
  • Competency in building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
  • Competency in developing strategic supplier partnerships, managing performance scorecards, and fostering supplier-driven innovation
  • Competency in engaging and influencing senior stakeholders, operations leaders, and legal teams, to align procurement strategies with business priorities.
  • Competency in building and leading strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
  • Competency in applying project management theories, concepts, methods, best practices, and techniques as needed to perform at the job level
  • Knowledge of database and information systems – e.g., ARIBA, SAP, etc. – as needed to perform at the job level.
  • Competency in leading cross-functional teams and to drive projects of medium complexity.
  • Strong written and verbal skills.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Master’s Degree in Business Administration or job-related discipline or equivalent experience.
  • LSS-Lean Six Sigma Certification.
  • PMP-Project Management Professional certification.
  • ISM-Institute for Supply Management CPSM-Certified Professional in Supply Management certification, or similar certification(s) .