Procurement Category Manager

Procurement Category Manager

Job Description

Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Procurement professional to join our Category Management team. In this role, you will support efforts to ensure the highest-quality parts are sourced and delivered on time, at the lowest total cost, from the right strategic supplier partners. You will play a key role in daily procurement operations including competitive pricing analysis, supplier selection, vendor master maintenance, and purchased-part attribute analysis to drive cost reduction and mitigate supply risks.
Your work will directly support global category strategies for semiconductor and electro-mechanical components.

Key Responsibilities
Support execution of category strategies for semiconductor and electro-mechanical components
Conduct competitive pricing analysis to ensure best-value sourcing decisions
Assist with supplier selection and onboarding in partnership with Category Managers
Maintain vendor master data with accuracy and completeness
Analyze purchased-part attributes to identify cost-reduction opportunities and mitigate supply-chain risks
Communicate regularly with suppliers regarding pricing, lead times, quality issues, and performance updates
Monitor market trends and supply conditions to support strategic decision-making
Partner with engineering, operations, and quality to align sourcing needs
Track and report key procurement metrics related to cost, delivery, and supplier performance

Main Responsibilities
Data collection & organization with basic analysis
Supplier communications
Data uploads/extracts from systems (pricing, part attributes, etc.)

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
2+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or category management preferred
Knowledge of semiconductor or electro-mechanical components is a plus
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Effective communication and supplier-management capabilities
Proficiency with ERP systems and vendor master data; experience with procurement tools is a plus
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Preferred Skills
Experience supporting global or multi-site category strategies
Familiarity with cost-analysis methods and total cost-of-ownership (TCO) evaluations
Understanding of supply-risk mitigation and supplier-performance management

Must-Have Qualifications
Computer skills
Attention to detail
Data analysis
General understanding of purchasing process & supply-base management

Software Proficiency
Google Suite (Gmail, Sheets, Slides, Docs)
ERP navigation
Data extracts & uploads

Nice-to-Have Skills:
Purchasing experience or schooling in manufacturing environment

Required Experience Level
Entry Level

Notes:
Hybrid (2–3 days in office per week)
Work Schedule: Mon–Fri, 8 AM – 5 PM CST

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.