Associate Category Managers
Associate Category Managers - Media, Marketing and Agency Sourci
Why not join a company where your interests can drive our innovation? Growth. Performance. Success. FULFILLED There's a way. As America's most convenient provider of consumer goods and services, and pharmacy, health and wellness services, Walgreens has something for everyone who wants to build a successful career. With over 7,500 locations in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, we¹re much more than your neighborhood drug store. We're a company of e-commerce professionals, analysts, nurses, pharmacists, retail store staff and more who are focused on serving our customers as much as finding better ways to run our business. Here, you'll find supportive co-workers, an innovative environment and the tools you need to grow your skills, help build healthy communities and advance your career. Associate Category Manager, Media, Marketing and Agencies Sourcing is responsible for developing and executing strategies for one or several assined spend category families related to Advertising and Marketing Implements procurement strategies, from initial identification of procurement needs through delivery, for indirect goods and services. Assists with execution of short-term and long-term strategies that align with the Company goals for reducing costs and company financial goals. Responsible for less complex negotiating, coordinating, and assuring that assigned indirect spend categories and services are purchased at the lowest possible cost. Assesses near-term and long term plans to establish supplier priorities balanced with business needs; consults with Management, and other subject experts to develop alternative solutions; advises on options, risks, total cost of ownership, and business impacts. Responsibilities also include: Procurement of professional services and agencies, promotional and branded items, and the management of existing service provider relationships; sourcing events for categories in the area of oversight; Manages day-to-day on-going category supplier relations and seeks out growth or revision opportunities within supply base. Acts as the internal point of contact for supplier management and complaint resolution; conducts regular supplier meetings and implements improvement strategies with suppliers. Creates, nurtures, and enhances supplier relationships. Under the direction of Category Manager, develops and executes category sourcing strategies, including development and execution of RFI's and RFP's, documents bid events through correspondence to suppliers; develops selection criteria; conducts supplier negotiations and ongoing supplier management. Assists with development and implementation of business plans, performance goals and metrics for each assigned category. Collaborates with Operations, Legal, Supply Chain and others as needed on cross-functional sourcing opportunities. Actively seeks ways to streamline business processes; researches and provides information on industry category trends and best practices. Collaborates on inventory control, including lifecycle of product, and assists in project management of all sourcing activities. Makes suggestions for opportunities to reduce product and service costs. Drives tracking and reporting for assigned spend areas; assists with tracking mechanics and supplier key performance indicators with Category Manager. Performs data analysis and modeling. Participates in weekly category review meetings with cross-functional teams to manage category performance. Assists with the management of category performance by adhering to internal Savings goals and reviewing financial models for commodity type items. Supports the balancing of spend portfolio for reoccurring managed spend through coordinated sourcing activities that leverage both Expanse and Capital work streams. Monitor supplier performance to ensure that delivery dates and technical and contractual requirements are met. Participate in strategic meetings with suppliers and business leaders to ensure execution of defined strategies. Cultivates team morale, motivation, and loyalty through continuous training and mentorship, proving clear communication and constructive feedback.