Category Manager

Category Manager

Job Description

Posted Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Purpose of the Job

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will direct purchase planning for multiple jobs, either project- or account-based. This person will work directly with Business Development, Implementation, external agencies, and suppliers to ensure projects are purchased and executed in a way that ensures high quality and competitive pricing.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and develop a high volume of solution proposals for multiple projects

• Perform procurement and project management for projects, with an understanding of the client’s objectives

• Manage communication channels to ensure smooth workflow

• Oversee specifications for the account to ensure all client requirements, quality expectation, availability, and delivery dates are clear

• Supervise requests for bid specifications and sending bids to selected vendors

• Ensure that savings targets are being hit

• Investigate potential suppliers and make recommendations based on manufacturing limitations, supplier facilities, and schedule availability

• Assign and prioritize projects, set goals and timelines, and communicate progress to internal management

• Handle disputes with suppliers and partner with with our Client Engagement Team

• Provide strategic support in cases where improvements in purchasing effectiveness are achieved

• Partner with the VP of Implementation to understand the ongoing priorities of the department

• Tender pricing and due diligence;

• Supplier analysis;

• Supplier Management;

• Accountable for overall Supplier Management / Innovation and must strategically manage new and existing sourcing relationships with a focus on supplier total cost of ownership and value;

• Ensure continuity of supply through the development of excellent supplier partnerships ensuring full awareness of Business Continuity plans;

• Responsible for all vendor contracts and negotiations;

• Work with the internal team to complete all tender requirements within given schedules.

• Knowledge, Skills + Experience

• 5+ years of Sourcing and Purchasing Marketing experience (Print & Temporary displays materials)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design, Business, a related discipline or equivalent work experience.

• Advanced English and Spanish required

• Proven project management experience

• Highly proficient with MS Office software, especially with Excel

• Strong experience negotiating job costs and schedules with suppliers

• Independent thinking, strong organization, and planning abilities

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills are essential

• Excellent communication and presentation skills

• Entrepreneurial minded with an internal drive to continuously hit goals and succeed

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Guatemala City, Guatemala