Mid Level Procurement Category Manager Jobs
Mid level procurement category manager jobs go to professionals ready to own full category cycles, lead vendor negotiations without close supervision, and shape sourcing strategy across meaningful spend portfolios. Roles are split across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings in Retail, Manufacturing, and Agriculture & Farming, with employers like Amcor, Amazon, and Simplot Company hiring at this level now.
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See related jobsWe're looking for an experienced and commercially driven Procurement Category Manager, Operations & External Workforce to take ownership of a strategically important global procurement portfolio with approximately USD 200 million in annual spend.
Reporting directly to the VP Procurement, you will lead a global portfolio spanning MRO materials and services, equipment leasing, external workforce services and selected HR-related categories. The portfolio primarily supports our global operations and processing plants, while also providing procurement leadership across selected HR categories.
Working closely with Operations, HR and Finance, you will develop category strategies, lead sourcing initiatives and deliver measurable commercial and operational value. Your decisions will directly influence the cost, availability and performance of materials, equipment, maintenance services and workforce solutions across our global network.
This is a rare opportunity to help build a leading procurement function while delivering meaningful commercial and operational improvements across our global network.
*This is a hybrid role requiring onsite presence in our Parsippany, NJ office (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)*
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Develop and implement global category strategies in partnership with Operations, HR, Finance and technical stakeholders, aligning business objectives, operational requirements and workforce priorities across a decentralised global organization.
- Lead and develop Sourcing & Contract Managers and support the continued growth of a world-class procurement function.
- Monitor supplier, service, and labor market developments. Use market intelligence to identify opportunities, manage risk and create commercial advantage.
- Look beyond price to understand how specifications, consumption patterns, inventory, availability, supplier models and workforce delivery approaches impact business performance. Lead supplier selections, negotiations, contracting and sourcing initiatives that improve total cost of ownership and operational outcomes.
- Challenge demand, standardize specifications, optimize workforce models, aggregate spend, consolidate suppliers and unlock commercial leverage across the business.
- Manage key suppliers and establish governance frameworks that drive performance, innovation, supply continuity and long-term value creation.
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
We're looking for someone who is commercially minded, results-oriented and analytical. You enjoy understanding how businesses operate and are naturally curious about supplier markets, commercial models and the factors that drive performance. You don't simply negotiate contracts. You identify opportunities, challenge assumptions, connect commercial decisions to operational outcomes and help the business perform more effectively.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
- Significant professional experience, of which 5+ years in Category Management, Strategic Sourcing or comparable commercial roles.
- Strong analytical skills and a track record of translating data and insight into measurable value.
- Experience across MRO materials and services, temporary labor or similar categories.
- Strong commercial negotiation, supplier and contract management capabilities.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Procurement, Strategy or a related discipline.
- Spanish fluency is an advantage.
We recognize that exceptional candidates may not tick every box. If the role excites you and you believe you can make an impact, we'd encourage you to apply.
Expected starting salary range for this opportunity is $140,000-$170,000.
WHY JOIN US?
This is an opportunity to lead a globally significant portfolio, partner with senior business leaders and help build a leading procurement function. You'll have the freedom to influence strategy, strengthen supplier partnerships and deliver meaningful commercial and operational impact across our global organization.
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Who We Are
At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, you'll join a global leader in shipping and logistics with more than 9,000 colleagues across 28 countries. Together, we help move vehicles, equipment, and goods around the world through innovative and sustainable solutions. Our ambition is to lead the way in transforming shipping and logistics.
Our success is built on our people. Rooted in a strong safety culture and guided by our values – We Care, We Challenge, We Commit – we create an environment where people can grow, contribute, and perform at their best. As a global company listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange, we offer international opportunities within a collaborative and values-driven culture.
Our Commitment to Equal Opportunities and an Inclusive Workplace
At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, our people are fundamental to our success. We believe in the power of bringing people together and value the unique experiences, skills, and perspectives every individual brings. These differences strengthen our ability to support our customers, drive innovation, and succeed as a global organisation. By fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute, we create better outcomes for our people, our customers, and our business.
We're looking for an experienced and commercially driven Procurement Category Manager, Operations & External Workforce to take ownership of a strategically important global procurement portfolio with approximately USD 200 million in annual spend.
Reporting directly to the VP Procurement, you will lead a global portfolio spanning MRO materials and services, equipment leasing, external workforce services and selected HR-related categories. The portfolio primarily supports our global operations and processing plants, while also providing procurement leadership across selected HR categories.
Working closely with Operations, HR and Finance, you will develop category strategies, lead sourcing initiatives and deliver measurable commercial and operational value. Your decisions will directly influence the cost, availability and performance of materials, equipment, maintenance services and workforce solutions across our global network.
This is a rare opportunity to help build a leading procurement function while delivering meaningful commercial and operational improvements across our global network.
*This is a hybrid role requiring onsite presence in our Parsippany, NJ office (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)*
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Develop and implement global category strategies in partnership with Operations, HR, Finance and technical stakeholders, aligning business objectives, operational requirements and workforce priorities across a decentralised global organization.
- Lead and develop Sourcing & Contract Managers and support the continued growth of a world-class procurement function.
- Monitor supplier, service, and labor market developments. Use market intelligence to identify opportunities, manage risk and create commercial advantage.
- Look beyond price to understand how specifications, consumption patterns, inventory, availability, supplier models and workforce delivery approaches impact business performance. Lead supplier selections, negotiations, contracting and sourcing initiatives that improve total cost of ownership and operational outcomes.
- Challenge demand, standardize specifications, optimize workforce models, aggregate spend, consolidate suppliers and unlock commercial leverage across the business.
- Manage key suppliers and establish governance frameworks that drive performance, innovation, supply continuity and long-term value creation.
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
We're looking for someone who is commercially minded, results-oriented and analytical. You enjoy understanding how businesses operate and are naturally curious about supplier markets, commercial models and the factors that drive performance. You don't simply negotiate contracts. You identify opportunities, challenge assumptions, connect commercial decisions to operational outcomes and help the business perform more effectively.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
- Significant professional experience, of which 5+ years in Category Management, Strategic Sourcing or comparable commercial roles.
- Strong analytical skills and a track record of translating data and insight into measurable value.
- Experience across MRO materials and services, temporary labor or similar categories.
- Strong commercial negotiation, supplier and contract management capabilities.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Procurement, Strategy or a related discipline.
- Spanish fluency is an advantage.
We recognize that exceptional candidates may not tick every box. If the role excites you and you believe you can make an impact, we'd encourage you to apply.
Expected starting salary range for this opportunity is $140,000-$170,000.
WHY JOIN US?
This is an opportunity to lead a globally significant portfolio, partner with senior business leaders and help build a leading procurement function. You'll have the freedom to influence strategy, strengthen supplier partnerships and deliver meaningful commercial and operational impact across our global organization.
Corp1
Who We Are
At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, you'll join a global leader in shipping and logistics with more than 9,000 colleagues across 28 countries. Together, we help move vehicles, equipment, and goods around the world through innovative and sustainable solutions. Our ambition is to lead the way in transforming shipping and logistics.
Our success is built on our people. Rooted in a strong safety culture and guided by our values – We Care, We Challenge, We Commit – we create an environment where people can grow, contribute, and perform at their best. As a global company listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange, we offer international opportunities within a collaborative and values-driven culture.
Our Commitment to Equal Opportunities and an Inclusive Workplace
At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, our people are fundamental to our success. We believe in the power of bringing people together and value the unique experiences, skills, and perspectives every individual brings. These differences strengthen our ability to support our customers, drive innovation, and succeed as a global organisation. By fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute, we create better outcomes for our people, our customers, and our business.
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Mid Level Procurement Category Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level procurement category manager job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just participation. Highlight categories you managed end to end, suppliers you negotiated with independently, and cost savings you drove with measurable results. Tailor your resume to show that you can run a category with limited oversight, and make sure your application reflects fluency with sourcing tools, contract basics, and cross-functional stakeholder work.
Which companies hire mid level procurement category managers?
Companies hiring mid level procurement category managers right now include Amcor, Amazon, and Simplot Company, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from large enterprises building out category depth, as well as mid-size manufacturers and retailers looking for someone to own a spend area without heavy management oversight.
Are there remote mid level procurement category manager jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and company size. About 50% of mid level procurement category manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the category work, supplier analysis, and stakeholder coordination can be done without being on-site. Fully remote roles are more common in tech, financial services, and larger organizations with distributed procurement teams.
How do I move up to a mid level procurement category manager role?
Moving from entry level into a mid level procurement category manager role takes deliberate skill-building over a few years. Focus on taking ownership of a full sourcing project from RFP through contract close, deepening expertise in one or two categories, and demonstrating measurable cost or efficiency outcomes. Employers promoting into mid level want to see that you can operate independently, manage supplier relationships, and influence stakeholders without needing constant direction.
Which industries hire the most mid level procurement category managers?
Mid Level procurement category manager roles concentrate in Retail, Manufacturing, and Agriculture & Farming, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they manage complex, high-value supply chains where category ownership and strategic sourcing directly affect margins and operational continuity.