Category Manager jobs in Santa Ana, CA
Category Manager develops the overall strategy for a product category and researches new product options in the category to drive sales and achieve targets. Leads a team that provides category insights and proposals by analyzing marketing and customer data and monitoring relevant market conditions. Being a Category Manager works closely with sales team to determine optimal pricing through analysis of sales trends, competitors, buying habits and planograms of products to promote sales opportunities. Provides effective promotional materials. Additionally, Category Manager may develop special arrangements with vendors to enhance product promotions. Requires a bachelor's degree of marketing. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Category Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Category Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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- First American Financial Corporation
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Santa Ana, CA
OTHER
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Who We Are
Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eight consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.What We Do
Join our team! As a global leader in providing title insurance, settlement services and risk solutions for real estate transactions, First American (NYSE: FAF) is an ideal place to build your career. We have been entrusted with helping our customers achieve and protect their dream of homeownership since 1889. We believe that our people are the key to the company’s continued success, and we invest in diverse talents and backgrounds and empower our teams to achieve more than they could anywhere else. First American has created an award-winning culture and has been named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eight consecutive year and to more than 50 regional Best Places to Work lists. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com
The Category Manager position is an individual contributor role responsible for the sourcing of indirect goods and services, primarily in IT, including information security. You will be responsible for facilitating the strategic sourcing process, including leading cross-functional teams to define requirements, qualifying and selecting vendors, negotiating contract terms and conditions, working with the Legal team and stakeholders to mitigate risks, and executing contracts.
What You’ll Do
· Responsible for facilitating the end-to-end strategic sourcing process
· Partner with key stakeholders to determine specific business requirements
· Identify vendors capable of meeting business requirements
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute sourcing strategies
· Participate in RFx development, issuance, and evaluation
· Prepare, negotiate, execute and manage vendor contracts (NDA, MSA, SOW, etc.)
· Interact with Legal, Information Security, Vendor Management, and other functions to mitigate risk
· Utilize Coupa and other tools for contract approval, execution, and maintenance
· Support various IT and Information Security purchases
· Other duties as assigned
What You’ll Bring
· Customer-focused approach to delivering value to internal stakeholders
· 3 years of related experience in managing indirect spend categories
· IT and Information Security category experience preferred
· Proven track record of negotiations resulting in cost savings and risk avoidance
· Ability to review, comprehend, and redline contract terms and conditions
· Ability to handle a wide range of tasks including multiple projects, vendors, and contracts
· Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
· Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of individuals and personalities
· Strong project and process management skills
· Strong MS Office skills
· Relevant BA/BS degree or equivalent combination of experience and education preferred
· Applicable certifications a plus, e.g. CPSM, CTPS, etc.
Pay Range- $73,600-$106,000
This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location
What We Offer
By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan. - 28 Days Ago
- First American
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Santa Ana, CA
FULL_TIME
- Who We AreJoin a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passion...
- 30 Days Ago
- Panera Bread
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Santa Ana, CA
FULL_TIME
- Are you ENTHUSIASTIC and GOOD with PEOPLE?Do you need a PART TIME and FLEXIBLE JOB?Would you like to be a part of a TEAM and receive EXCELLENTmeal discounts?How about a job you can be PROUD of? One th...
- 15 Days Ago
- Panera Bread
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Seal Beach, CA
FULL_TIME
- Are you ENTHUSIASTIC and GOOD with PEOPLE?Do you need a PART TIME and FLEXIBLE JOB?Would you like to be a part of a TEAM and receive EXCELLENTmeal discounts?How about a job you can be PROUD of? One th...
- 15 Days Ago
- Hofman Hospitality Group
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Los Alamitos, CA
FULL_TIME
- Summary of Position: Oversee and coordinate the planning, organizing, training and leadership necessary to achieve stated objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction...
- 1 Month Ago
- WINDSOR FASHIONS LLC
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Santa Ana, CA
OTHER
- Job Details Job Location: 02 Santa Ana - Santa Ana, CA Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: $17.63 - $20.12 Hourly Job Category: Retail - Management Descriptio...
- 15 Days Ago
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