Category Manager - Equipment, Facilities & Technical ...

Back 86d Category Manager - Equipment, Facilities & Technical Procurement #6427 Multiple Locations Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Job Description Category Manager - Equipment, Facilities & Technical Procurement Overview Dynamic, self-motivated, and results-oriented leader responsible for managing sourcing, procurement, and technical support of equipment, packaging, and facility systems across all manufacturing locations. Acts as a technical liaison between plant operations and the supply base, driving cost, quality, and reliability improvements while ensuring compliance with regulatory and food safety standards. Combines strategic category management with hands-on technical support, project leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives. Expectations: Develop and execute multi-year category management plans for equipment, packaging, and facilities, optimizing spend and performance. Source, assess, and manage relationships with equipment, packaging, and facility suppliers, including MRO vendors. Negotiate pricing, contracts, lead times, and service terms to ensure supplier reliability and best value. Implement and periodically review systems to evaluate supplier quality, price, delivery, service, and technical capability. Maintain approved supplier lists and ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory standards (FDA, FSMA, GFSI). Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Facilities teams to ensure all purchased materials and equipment meet production and performance needs. Troubleshoot packaging, equipment, and component issues affecting line efficiency, waste, or downtime. Support plant trials, validation runs, and new product start-ups from a materials and packaging standpoint. Lead root cause analysis for supplier-related nonconformances and drive corrective actions. Partner with R&D, Engineering, and Operations to source and qualify packaging and equipment for new product launches. Coordinate pilot and first production runs to confirm performance and manufacturability. Ensure timely material readiness and vendor alignment to meet project milestones. Execute RFI/RFPs, proposals, and vendor agreements for legal correctness and technical specifications. Liaise between Procurement, Facilities, and Manufacturing to ensure effective communication and project execution. Technical Support Responsibilities Provide first-line technical support for equipment and facility systems, including troubleshooting, maintenance coordination, and escalation of complex issues. Train team members and stakeholders on equipment operation, facility systems, and new technology implementations. Support installation, commissioning, and onboarding of new equipment, facility upgrades, and digital tools. Maintain technical documentation, drawings, BOMs, and support guides for purchased components and systems. Monitor equipment performance, facility systems, and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards. Analyze technical incidents and recommend process improvements to reduce recurring issues and optimize uptime. Attributes Superior interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills across all levels of the organization. Technical aptitude and proactive problem-solving approach. Ability to identify opportunities for improvement and drive change. Honest and helpful feedback; celebrates success and gives credit to others. Accountability Motivated, self-directed, and detail-oriented. Takes full responsibility for actions and team outcomes. Follows up personally and monitors progress to ensure objectives are met. Holds self and others accountable for commitments. Takes ownership of technical issues and drives resolution. Communication Contributes to strategic vision for equipment and facilities management. Effectively delegates to cross-functional team members. Manages multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. Ensures information and ideas flow in all appropriate directions. Communicates technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders. Teamwork Experience as both a member and leader of teams. Works cooperatively toward shared goals. Supports team successes and addresses conflict professionally. Collaborates cross-functionally. Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled Requisition Number 6427 Shift First Qualification Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, Facilities Management, Packaging, or related field (higher degree a plus). 5-8+ years of experience in Category Management, Procurement, Supply Chain, Equipment/Facilities Management, or Technical Support within a food & beverage or manufacturing environment. Preferred certifications: CPSM, CPM, PMP, MCIPS, CPIM, APICS, C.P.M, DOT, ISM, CIRM. Strong understanding of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, equipment integration, and technical support. Hands-on experience in a production, maintenance, or technical support setting. Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, CMMS, and technical drawing interpretation. Excellent communication, vendor negotiation, and cross-functional teamwork skills. Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, and food safety requirements. Financial understanding of P&L and ability to drive results for bottom line profit. Starting Pay Rate Pay Rate $90000

Created: 2026-03-04