Assistant Category Manager

Purpose and Scope/General Summary: We are looking for an Assistant Category Manager for JBS Global Procurement that is based on site at our corporate office in Greeley, Colorado.

Reporting to the Sr. Procurement Global Category Manager of Packaging and Food Ingredients, the Assistant Category Manager supports the sourcing and management of global Packaging. This role ensures all business requirements are included in category strategies. It is crucial in creating category strategies and directly supporting supplier identification, selection, and negotiation to ensure top service and quality in supply. The Assistant Category Manager will also build strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Support various Business Units and the Global procurement teams in the sourcing process to ensure category strategies and supplier selection conform to business requirements.
• Assist the Global Category Manager on Scenario Analysis and Contract Management
• Collaborate with cross functional teams, including Research and Development and Quality Assurance, to qualify materials and suppliers, identify value creation opportunities, and lead sourcing initiatives.
• Utilize internal and external market research analysis to optimize sourcing decisions and keep stakeholders informed of key market drivers.
• Assist in the development of risk mitigation strategies for critical supplies by developing backup supply options, price risk management and hedging strategies, and mitigate health and safety risks
• Perform spend analytics to identify savings opportunities
• Own and manage supplier relationship and performance, resolve performance issues, pursue financial claims; conduct formal supplier performance reviews with key strategic suppliers
• Own supplier contracting for all suppliers and development of master agreements for top suppliers
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance,  Engineering or related field preferred
• 3+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or related fields; prefer experience with Direct Materials
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact in a cross-functional team environment
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Effective written and oral communications skills
• Understanding of supply/commodity markets a plus
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Can perform the functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation
• Fluency in English required, and Spanish is preferred
• Can perform the functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation
• As a salaried position with the company, you may be required to travel at some point to other facilities, to attend Company events, or as a representative of the Company in other situations. Unless otherwise specified in this posting, the amount of travel may vary and the most qualified candidate must be willing and able to travel as business needs dictate.

The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:

• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base salary range of $70,000-$80,000;
• Incentive Pay: This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program; and
• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in states where it is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for any given position, compensation ranges are specific to those states and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiencies for the role.

This position does not have an application deadline. We will continue to recruit until the position has been filled.

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

About us: JBS USA is a leading global provider of diversified, high-quality food products, including a portfolio of well-recognized brands and innovative, easy-to-use food solutions. We process, prepare, package and deliver fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry and retail-ready food products for customers in approximately 100 countries on six continents. We are also the majority shareholder of Pilgrim’s, the largest poultry company in North America. JBS USA employs more than 100,000 team members, and our corporate office is located in beautiful Greeley, Colorado, where our 1,200 team members onsite enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine a year.

Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.

Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

EOE/Vets/Disability

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