Category Manager, Supply Chain

Supply Chain Muscatine, Iowa Jasper, Indiana
Salary: USD 90000 - 135000 Annually
RequisitionId: 26-1466
Hiring Manager: Alexander Heckman ([email protected])

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Description

Position at HNI Workplace Furnishings

HNI Corporation is a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where we make a positive impact on others; upholding our beliefs in integrity, inclusion and belonging.
Your Impact Starts the Day You Do!
 
We are looking for a Supply Chain Category Manager to join our HNI Workplace Furnishings – Operations team. The ideal candidate will develop and execute sourcing strategies that align with business goals, drive supplier performance, and deliver value through negotiation, risk management, and continuous improvement.
 
This role operates in a highly collaborative, matrixed environment, partnering across HNI and Kimball teams. The Category Manager will play a key role in building and managing supplier relationships, influencing stakeholders, and driving results across a complex and fast-paced supply chain. Strong analytical, project management, and cross-functional leadership skills are essential.
 
What You Will Do:
  • Develop and execute category strategies that align with business goals and deliver value across cost, quality, and service
  • Own supplier relationships and performance, driving accountability, continuous improvement, and long-term strategic value
  • Integrate customer needs and decision criteria into sourcing strategies to deliver innovative, value-driven solutions
  • Use data and systems (e-Procurement tools, ERP, and Microsoft Office) to support data-driven decision making
  • Lead negotiations for contracts, pricing, and issue resolution, partnering cross-functionally to secure favorable outcomes and mitigate risk
  • Assess operational and financial supply chain risks to ensure continuity and alignment with business objectives
  • Drive supplier development and performance through structured management, collaboration, and problem-solving
  • Apply project management skills and LEAN principles to optimize cost, inventory, working capital, and space utilization
  • Partner across functions and business units to align strategies and deliver results in a matrixed environment
  • Travel (up to ~15%) to HNI/Kimball locations and supplier sites to support relationship management, issue resolution, and ongoing collaboration
 
What You Have:
  • Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred, with at least 5 years of relevant experience required and 7+ years preferred
  • IMS or other supply chain/procurement certifications preferred
  • Alternatively, at least 10 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
 
What You’re Good At:
  • Demonstrated expertise in LEAN manufacturing principles, ERP systems, and data analysis tools, with the ability to apply them in complex environments
  • Strong communication skills across multiple formats, with the ability to influence stakeholders and build relationships without direct authority
  • Proven ability to lead in a matrixed, cross-functional environment, balancing competing priorities and driving alignment
  • Experience managing supplier relationships, including performance management, issue resolution, and continuous improvement
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, combining data analysis with practical execution
  • High level of organizational awareness and ability to navigate and influence within a complex organization

HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI) is a manufacturer of workplace furnishings and building products, operating under two segments. The workplace furnishings segment is a leading global designer and provider of commercial furnishings, going to market under multiple unique brands. The residential building products segment is the nation’s leading manufacturer and marketer of hearth products. We offer benefits starting from Day 1. To learn more, visit www.HNIbenefits.com. Our company endeavors to make www.hnicareers.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 563-272-7400 or via email at [email protected] Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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