Kroger
Strategic Sourcing Category Manager, Media & Advertising
Kroger, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208
Strategic Sourcing Category Manager, Media & Advertising
Job Description
Utilize category specific expertise to work with business stakeholders to determine category strategy, optimize supplier base, conduct sourcing events, negotiate and support contract execution. Achieve savings targets and reducing spend while working with business stakeholders to meet business needs. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.
Responsibilities
Category Management
Support the senior manager in defining and reviewing procurement strategy and project pipeline
Perform periodic financial reviews to assess category financial performance with the senior manager
Identify potential suppliers to extend payment terms, improve cash conversion cycle, and enhance gross margin
Implement supplier finance and discount programs with a focus on cash flow, interest payable, and working capital
Strategic Sourcing
Coordinate sourcing activities and manage analysts to achieve category goals
Coordinate sourcing strategy review and ensure that strategy documents are updated
Support the creation, execution, and communication of category management strategy for pertinent category
Drive internal compliance with policies, procedures, strategies, and guidelines on an ongoing basis
Contract Management
Negotiate and execute highly complex and visible contracts with suppliers
Coordinate identified improvement opportunities, risk/mitigation strategies and develop action plans
Lead execution of SRM activities to create value, drive continuous improvement, and realize savings
Lead business relationships with suppliers, foster long-term involvement and creating value
Oversee supplier qualification with support of the business and develop a transition plan and execution of supply agreement
Procurement Process
Develop, deepen and maintain trusted and collaborative relationships with business partners to ensure the organization is seen as a valued partner and is involved in business decisions
Oversee procurement process metrics, insights and proposed actions to define implementation plan
Maintain knowledge of other initiatives in Kroger that may affect the category performance
Talent Management
Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties: complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
Create an effective work environment by developing a common vision, communicating of clear objectives, fostering teamwork, recognizing performance, providing on the job coaching
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Retail, CPG, or related disciplines
5 years’ experience within the pertinent category
Ability to build impactful relationship with internal clients, key influencers to effectively execute the work
Oral and written communication skills to formulate strategies in a complex business environment
MBA or Master’s degree
CPM/CPSM, CSCP or equivalent certification
5 years’ experience in Supply Chain or Procurement
3 years of leading a sourcing team
Job Info
Job Identification 165991
Job Category Accounting/Finance
Posting Date 12/09/2025, 03:27 PM
Locations 221 East Fourth Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, US (On-site)
The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:
A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!
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Responsibilities
Category Management
Support the senior manager in defining and reviewing procurement strategy and project pipeline
Perform periodic financial reviews to assess category financial performance with the senior manager
Identify potential suppliers to extend payment terms, improve cash conversion cycle, and enhance gross margin
Implement supplier finance and discount programs with a focus on cash flow, interest payable, and working capital
Strategic Sourcing
Coordinate sourcing activities and manage analysts to achieve category goals
Coordinate sourcing strategy review and ensure that strategy documents are updated
Support the creation, execution, and communication of category management strategy for pertinent category
Drive internal compliance with policies, procedures, strategies, and guidelines on an ongoing basis
Contract Management
Negotiate and execute highly complex and visible contracts with suppliers
Coordinate identified improvement opportunities, risk/mitigation strategies and develop action plans
Lead execution of SRM activities to create value, drive continuous improvement, and realize savings
Lead business relationships with suppliers, foster long-term involvement and creating value
Oversee supplier qualification with support of the business and develop a transition plan and execution of supply agreement
Procurement Process
Develop, deepen and maintain trusted and collaborative relationships with business partners to ensure the organization is seen as a valued partner and is involved in business decisions
Oversee procurement process metrics, insights and proposed actions to define implementation plan
Maintain knowledge of other initiatives in Kroger that may affect the category performance
Talent Management
Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties: complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
Create an effective work environment by developing a common vision, communicating of clear objectives, fostering teamwork, recognizing performance, providing on the job coaching
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Retail, CPG, or related disciplines
5 years’ experience within the pertinent category
Ability to build impactful relationship with internal clients, key influencers to effectively execute the work
Oral and written communication skills to formulate strategies in a complex business environment
MBA or Master’s degree
CPM/CPSM, CSCP or equivalent certification
5 years’ experience in Supply Chain or Procurement
3 years of leading a sourcing team
Job Info
Job Identification 165991
Job Category Accounting/Finance
Posting Date 12/09/2025, 03:27 PM
Locations 221 East Fourth Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, US (On-site)
The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:
A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!
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