Category Manager - Watertown, WI

Join the Team That Fuels Your Favorite Beverages 

 At Wis-Pak, we're more than just a manufacturer--we're the driving force behind some of the most recognized and loved beverage brands in the country, including Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Lipton Iced Tea, Aquafina, Vita Ice, Klarbrunn, and Bubbl'r. Chances are, you've enjoyed one of our products at your favorite restaurant or picked one up at your local store. As a billion-dollar organization, we're growing fast and innovating even faster. We're looking for passionate, forward-thinking individuals who want to make a real impact. If you're ready to help shape the future of manufacturing and distribution, Wis-Pak is the place for you. 

Why You'll Love Working Here 

We believe in taking care of our people. Here's what you can expect: 

• Generous Paid Time Off 
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage 
• Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Critical Illness & Accident Coverage 
• Life Insurance 
• Short & Long-Term Disability 
• 401(K) with Profit Sharing 
• Parental Leave 
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Paid Holidays 

What We're Looking For 

 As Category Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the strategic planning, development, and execution of indirect product costs and categories. Your main objective is to negotiate competitive cost structures, thus enabling beneficial cost of goods sold to Wis-Pak’s Shareholders and its customers.  

What You’Ll Do:

• Develop the category operating plan with guidance and insight from Director of Procurement and support the annual budgeting process for indirect spend categories 
• Execution and negotiation of supplier bid processes (RFP, RFQ, RFI) 
• Responsible for owning supplier contract compliance of fully executed agreements. 
• Ensure direct reports are actively monitoring supplier performance 
• Create and deliver category strategies through their own actions and the actions of any direct reports 
• Monitor cost savings targets to ensure targets are achieved 
• Partner with internal stakeholders to align on company priorities and needs 
• Provide guidance and insight on supplier selection criteria by assessing what is most valued in a key category supplier relationship 
• Review or Approve Contracts for Products and Services to be signed at an appropriate level within the organization within policy guidelines for authorized signatories 
• Complete daily approvals in JDE for indirect purchase orders 
• Develop exit and/or transition supply strategies as required 
• Develop business solutions assigned; areas of opportunities include development of scorecards for major indirect suppliers, explore MRO integrators,  

DISCLAIMER: The information listed above is not intended to be an all-inclusive job description. A full list of duties and responsibilities for this position is available upon request. 

You’Ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, finance, mathematics, or other quantitative discipline 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in sourcing, contracts, category management, financial and data analysis, or equivalent 
• Microsoft Office suite proficiency required 
• JD Edwards ERP experience preferred 
• Power BI experience preferred 
• ASCM or other Supply Chain certifications preferred 
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred 
• Up to 10% travel required 
• Team player, self-starter, positive attitude, strong work ethic 
• Effective communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills 
• Strong attention to detail, analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills 
• Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment, and willingness to take on new responsibilities as needed 
• Growth-Oriented Mindset: Embrace challenges and push the boundaries of what’s possible 
• Project Management Skills 
• Data-Driven Decision Making 
• Knowledge of sustainable practices in sourcing and production, setting a high standard for Wis-Pak 
• Safety minded 

Our Commitment to You 

Wis-Pak/WP Beverage is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We comply with EEOC regulations and use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility. 

Ready to make a difference? Join us and be part of a team that's refreshing the world--one bottle at a time.