Associate Category Manager

Jeld-Wen Holding; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer is seeking an Associate Category Manager in Charlotte, NC. The role involves managing supplier relationships, developing sourcing strategies, and negotiating contracts to drive value. Ideal candidates will have a degree in supply chain and experience in sourcing. The position offers competitive compensation between $110,000–$140,000 and a range of benefits.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage

Generous leave policies

Retirement program

Qualifications

• 4-year degree required, preferably in supply chain.
• Experience in a sourcing or supply chain-related field preferred.
• Background in global sourcing with the ability to negotiate complex contracts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all commercial relationships with suppliers in assigned categories.
• Drive value by implementing strategic sourcing and entering into cost-effective supply agreements.
• Manage the total lifecycle of supplier contracts, overseeing performance and KPIs.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Intermediate software skills (M/S PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI)

Education

4-year degree in supply chain

Job description

Associate Category Manager

JELD-WEN is currently seeking an Associate Category Manager to join our growing procurement team for the North American region.

As a valued member of our rapidly growing global procurement team, the Associate Category Manager will lead the management of assigned commodities, establishing and implementing short‑term and long‑term strategies for continued cost reduction, value improvement, and negotiating major contracts and agreements within the category to deliver the best value to JELD-WEN.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that is shaping global procurement policies and strategy across JELD-WEN.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for all commercial relationships with suppliers within the assigned category areas, securing targeted levels of cost, quality, delivery precision, sustainability, etc.
• Develop and implement approved category strategies that actively search for performance improvement and cost reduction opportunities by understanding customer needs, supply market trends, and innovation.
• Drive value by implementing strategic sourcing and entering into cost‑effective supply agreements that fulfil supply requirements within the assigned categories.
• Manage the total lifecycle of a supplier contract, including submission to legal, expiration alerts, and other required processes.
• Responsible for supplier performance and rating based on Key Performance Metrics (KPI) for quality, delivery, and cost.
• Find and develop new suppliers, as required, according to JELD‑WEN supplier guidelines.
• Conduct detailed demand, spend, cost and market analysis and use a structured approach to tendering and negotiating with suppliers based on the assigned commodity strategy.
• Segment suppliers and manage supplier relationships to drive supplier development and integration for existing, new and potential suppliers.
• Serve as the SME for commodity price trends that impact the assigned categories and advise the business on future impact.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Foundational knowledge and acumen in procurement and category management.
• Professional knowledge to support, advise, and deliver on the strategy underpinning global sourcing efforts and deliver on key KPIs.
• Project management skills including excellent planning, time management, decision making, and organization skills.
• Intermediate software skillset to include M/S PowerPoint, Excel, and Power BI.
• Skilled in building effective working relationships with vendors and suppliers by taking a customer‑focused approach.
• Exemplary ability to analyze, evaluate, and report procurement information and data to inform management decisions and track outcomes.
• Self‑motivated and results oriented, with a bias to action.
• Commitment to own professional development.

Education and Experience

• 4‑year degree required, preferably in supply chain.
• Experience in a sourcing or supply chain‑related field preferred.
• Background in global sourcing with the ability to negotiate complex contracts and aggressively drive value into the supply chain is preferred.
• Experience with Value Analysis/Value Engineering processes is preferred.

About JELD‑WEN Holding, Inc.

JELD‑WEN Holding, Inc. (NYSE: JELD) is a leading global designer, manufacturer and distributor of high‑performance interior and exterior doors, windows and related building products serving the new construction and repair and remodeling sectors. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company operates across North America and Europe.

JELD‑WEN has been named by Forbes as one of ‘America’s Best Employers’ and by Newsweek as one of the ‘World’s Most Trustworthy Companies’.

What We Offer

Investing in people is one of our core values. We strive to attract and retain great people! As such, JELD‑WEN offers competitive compensation and benefits packages. As a global organization, specific benefits may vary, but typically include medical and dental coverage, generous leave policies, and a retirement program.

JELD‑WEN is an equal‑employment‑opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on individuals’ physical traits, beliefs, and/or other characteristics that are protected under applicable laws.

Application Details

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Location: Charlotte, NC.

Salary: $110,000–$140,000.