Category Manager

Description

• May be required to work nights and weekends, or non-traditional work hours as needed.
• Track and report key functional metrics for cost analysis, process review and benchmarking.
• Negotiate and deploy Master Agreements as needed.
• Negotiate and deploy Master Agreements, ensuring use of standard contract templates and adherence to legal, risk, and contractor assessment processes.
• Maintain dependable attendance, high performance standards, and a strong commitment to personal, employee, and public safety.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary efforts to define short- and long-term targets, develop strategic action plans and support execution in collaboration with the procurement team.
• Collaborate with Internal Audit to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Lead or support complex negotiations to protect the company’s best interests and optimize supplier performance and total cost of ownership (TCO).
• Develop, drive, and implement category strategies for assigned categories, including benchmarking, market intelligence, and trend analysis.
• Foster positive, professional relationships with internal teams, external customers, and suppliers, maintaining effective communication and professionalism.
• Lead procurement execution escalation matters, including presenting and driving decisions from Tallgrass Leadership Team.
• Ensure standard terms and conditions and contract templates are maintained and utilized, and contract management processes include legal, risk and contractor assessments.
• Identify outsourcing opportunities through make-or-buy analysis and promote procurement involvement in outsourcing planning for Corporate Functions.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers’ senior management (VP/C-suite) and develop a preferred supply base leveraging organizational spend.
• Define supplier qualification requirements per category and participate in supplier audits.

Requirements

• Strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset, adept at planning and problem-solving.
• Adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining clear communication across the organization.
• Knowledge of analyzing events at the transaction level and applying sound, consistent resolutions.
• Solid knowledge of financial terms and principles.
• Strong reading, listening, analytical, and logical reasoning skills to identify and resolve complex issues.
• The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Proven track record managing multiple tasks simultaneously and driving cross-functional initiatives under strict deadlines.
• Required to carry a mobile phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
• Successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including a credit report, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.
• Capable of successfully managing multiple tasks and meeting strict deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to engage effectively with diverse individuals at all organizational levels.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management , Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage tasks and timelines, prioritize daily work, and take initiative with minimal supervision.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft applications (including but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) for the purpose of word processing, spreadsheets and information retrieval.
• Experience using Oracle ERP Cloud software
• Skilled in building and maintaining strong professional relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Experience building reports and correspondence.
• A minimum 5 years direct work experience in Technical Categories management (Rotating Equipment, or static equipment, Electrical equipment, Engineering Services, EPC, Logistic, or other Oil & Gas related categories) may be considered as a substitute for a degree.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
• Collaborative team player who respects confidentiality and works effectively with others.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be experienced in negotiating contractual terms conditions and legal clauses.
• Consistently maintains a high level of measurable performance.
• One or more or the following Certifications preferred: C.P.M.; C.P.C.M.; C.S.C.P.; C.P.S.M.; C.P.P.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ active and direct work experience in Procurement and Category Management.
• Experience resolving conflicts and managing divergent expectations and priorities from stakeholders.
• Preferred experience with industry related commodities such as Rotating Equipment or Static Equipment, Electrical equipment, Engineering Services, EPC, or logistics.
• Experience working on Major Equipment / Capital Expenditure type of Procurement preferred
• Demonstrates strong customer service orientation, including a positive attitude, sense of urgency, and a “can-do” approach.

Benefits

• Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
• Occasional overnight travel and weekend travel may be required.
• Networking and employee engagement events
• Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
• Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.
• Infertility Coverage
• Industry competitive pay
• 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
• Identity theft protection
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Parental Leave
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests
• Company vehicle (if applicable)
• Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance