Kelly Services is currently seeking a Category Manager position for one of our top clients in Philadelphia, PA.
Kelly Outsourcing Consulting Group KellyOCG, a managed solution provider and business unit of Kelly Services, Inc., is currently seeking a Category Manager for a 6-month+ engagement at one of our Global clients in Santa Clara. This role is a full-time, fully benefited position.
As a KellyOCG employee you will be eligible for Medical, Dental, 401K and a variety of other benefits to choose from.
You'll also be eligible for paid time off, including holiday, vacation and sick/personal time.
All KellyOCG employees receive annual performance reviews.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Category Manager to support procurement and sourcing activities across Logistics, Facilities, and MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) categories. This role will primarily focus on the North America and EMEA Logistics category, while also providing ad hoc support for Facilities and MRO initiatives.
The ideal candidate will be a hands-on sourcing professional who can independently manage supplier relationships, lead sourcing events, negotiate contracts, and support category management activities. Logistics category experience is preferred, but candidates with broad indirect procurement experience and strong sourcing fundamentals will also be considered.
This position requires a self-starter who is comfortable operating with minimal supervision, managing multiple priorities, and partnering with stakeholders across global regions.
Key Responsibilities
Logistics Category Management
Manage sourcing and procurement activities across domestic and international logistics operations within North America and EMEA.
Lead freight and warehouse procurement initiatives, including RFP development, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract execution.
Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and transportation suppliers.
Support supplier performance reviews, business review meetings, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Monitor logistics spend, cost-saving opportunities, and supplier performance metrics.
Collaborate with Supply Chain and Finance teams on budget reporting, spend analysis, and cost management activities.
Review and approve third-party logistics invoices and audit reports.
Facilities & MRO Support
Provide sourcing and supplier management support for Facilities and MRO categories as needed.
Support ongoing facilities projects across North America, EMEA, and Latin America.
Assist with contract renewals, supplier management, and stakeholder engagement for established supplier relationships.
Partner with business stakeholders to address sourcing needs and procurement requirements.
Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management
Lead contract renewals, supplier negotiations, and sourcing initiatives independently.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies with guidance from leadership when needed.
Conduct supplier evaluations, negotiations, and performance management activities.
Support category planning, spend analysis, risk assessments, and cost reduction opportunities.
Manage supplier relationships and serve as the primary procurement point of contact for assigned categories.
Qualifications:
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience.
Experience functioning as a Category Manager, Sourcing Manager, or equivalent procurement professional.
Demonstrated experience leading RFPs, supplier negotiations, and contract management activities.
Ability to independently manage supplier relationships and sourcing projects.
Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience working with cross-functional teams including Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, and Business stakeholders.
Preferred
Experience in logistics procurement, including freight, warehousing, transportation, and 3PL supplier management.
Experience managing both domestic and international logistics suppliers.
Knowledge of logistics cost management, budget reporting, and supplier performance management.
Experience supporting Facilities and MRO categories.
Familiarity with hazardous materials transportation regulations.
Understanding of workplace safety and EHS-related procurement considerations.
Experience with SAP purchasing systems.
Experience using Agiloft or similar Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platforms.
Additional Information
No direct reports; however, this role will be expected to independently manage supplier relationships and sourcing activities.
Primary category responsibility will support a logistics spend portfolio of approximately $100M across North America and EMEA.
Current priorities include supplier contract renewals, vendor management, and ongoing category support activities.
Opportunity to contribute to strategic sourcing initiatives and category strategy development for the right candidate.
Important information: This position is recruited by a remote Kelly office, not your local Kelly branch. Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
Why Kelly ®?
The Managed Solutions practice within Kelly Outsourcing and Consulting Group (KellyOCG ® ) is one focus within the full array of Kelly Services® workforce solutions.
Kelly Services has transformed from the staffing industry pioneer to a leading workforce solutions provider. KellyOCG is the distinguished outsourcing and consulting segment of Kelly Services, known for applying a forward-looking approach that enables companies to make strategic workforce planning decisions that impact their business and competitive advantage.
The Managed Solutions practice area of KellyOCG is dedicated to partnering with clients to architect and implement solutions that put them in a position to meet their operational obligation to their organization and freedom to focus on their more strategic business needs.
As a Kelly Services employee, you will have access to numerous perks, including:
Vacation and sick pay
Paid holidays
401(k) plan
Group medical, vision, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance options
Kelly Discounts on goods and services, auto and home insurance, and tuition at Kelly partner schools
Kelly Learning Center offers free courses and trainings
Weekly pay
About Kelly Services ®
As a workforce advocate for over 70 years, we are proud to have a role in managing employment opportunities for more than one million workers around the globe. We employ 550,000 of these individuals directly with the remaining workers engaged through our talent supply chain network of supplier partners. Revenue in 2015 was $5.5 billion. Visit kellyservices.com and connect with us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/kellyservices) , LinkedIn (http://www.linkedin.com/company/kellyservices) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/kellyservices) .
Kelly Services is an equal opportunity employer including, but not limited to, Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law. (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm)
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
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About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
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