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Tarkett · 9 hours ago

Sr. Category Manager - InDirect Procurement

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative flooring and sport surface solutions. The Senior Category Manager will lead category management and sourcing strategies to improve operational efficiency and deliver cost savings across North America.

Building MaterialManufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop and execute category strategies that optimize cost, quality, risk, and sustainability performance across multiple material categories

Lead the full category lifecycle using the 7-Step Sourcing process—from business case development through strategy execution and ongoing supplier management

Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) improvements, applying market intelligence, cost modeling, and competitive benchmarking

Lead cross-functional stakeholder teams to align sourcing strategies with business goals and secure organizational buy-in

Negotiate complex supply agreements that secure long-term value and mitigate supply risk

Develop and manage category KPIs (cost, quality, service, productivity) and supplier scorecards to ensure measurable value delivery

Conduct supplier business reviews to drive continuous improvement and ensure performance against contractual commitments

Identify and implement innovative sourcing solutions that enable sustainability, value engineering (VA/VE), and risk reduction

Analyze market and cost driver dynamics to anticipate changes in raw material economics and capacity, developing mitigation strategies as needed

Measure and report category performance, establishing baseline benchmarks and tracking savings, lead time, and delivery improvements

Qualification

Category managementStrategic sourcingTotal cost of ownershipMarket analysisSupplier negotiationsProject managementAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsLeadership skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred)

Minimum 5 years of experience in Sourcing, Production, R&D, or Engineering, ideally within a leadership or strategic capacity

Strong understanding of TCO and strategic sourcing methodologies

Ability to travel up to 25%

Preferred

Proven success leading cross-functional teams within a multi-plant or enterprise environment

Expertise in category management, from strategy development to execution (“cradle-to-grave”)

Strong business acumen with the ability to develop fact-based business cases and influence senior stakeholders

Demonstrated experience in market analysis, cost modeling, and supplier negotiations

Knowledge of supply markets, cost drivers, and technology trends affecting direct materials

Advanced project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives concurrently

Skilled in the creation, negotiation, and administration of supplier contracts

Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence at all levels

Results-oriented, analytical, and capable of driving measurable outcomes

Benefits

Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options!

Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.

Company

Tarkett

Glassdoor3.8

With a history of more than 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sports surface solutions, generating net sales of € 3.3 billion in 2024.

Founded in 1880

Lentzweiler, Diekirch, LUX

10001+ employees

https://www.tarkett-group.com/en/

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