Global Category Manager – Information Technology
Ashley Furniture Industries
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Tampa, FL 33605
Ashley Furniture Industries
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Job Type
Full-time
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Full Job Description
Are you a strong negotiator with keen attention to detail? Does working with a global supply chain that blends and optimizes both domestic and foreign production efforts get you excited? Do you want to take that excitement and knowledge and work for a World-Class organization?
Then apply today to our Supply Chain Team at Ashley Furniture – the World’s Largest Furniture Manufacturer!
Ashley Furniture has one of the most sophisticated, efficient, and dynamic logistics systems in the world that direct every variable that goes into making and moving product.
Global Category Manager – Information Technology – Ybor City, Florida
What Will You Do?
You will be responsible for the category leadership of the Information Technology products and services. You will play a pivotal role in adding value through an aligned supplier negotiation and selection process, driving supplier consolidation and standardization, and implementing consistent sourcing strategies and related programs. In addition, you will be responsible for overall supplier performance with respect to cost, quality, delivery, service and innovation. Lead cross-functional teams in the spend categories of the functional group that they support delivering cost-savings, in-source/out-source analyses, process improvements to eliminate non-value-added work and developing strong internal and external relationships that ensure results are delivered while meeting or exceeding stakeholder objectives. Be responsible for supporting both departments and indirect material budgets. This position will partner with all levels of management on a corporate-wide basis as well as with external suppliers.
What Do You Need?
· Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, Materials Management or related field, or equivalent work experience, Required
· 3-5 years’ purchasing experience in an applicable category, a multi-location environment, Required.
· APICS and/or ISM certification or ability to obtain within 2 years, Required
Who Are We?
· We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits.
· We are a multi-billion-dollar company and the largest manufacturer of furniture in the world and offer one of the industry’s broadest product assortments at over 20,000 storefronts in 123 countries.
· Growth-Focused is one of our core values, and we are dedicated to helping you grow with us through training, mentoring and coaching as well as investing in the latest design tools, production equipment, and new technologies.
· Environmental efforts are a priority as we continually seek to recycle, reuse and replenish every day.
· Millions of dollars are contributed annually to local and national charities as we seek to improve the lives of people around the world.
We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
Experience:
• Category Management: 3 years (Required)
Education:
• Bachelor's (Required)
Work authorization:
• United States (Required)
Work Remotely:
• No