Category Procurement Manager - 150k

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing: Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives, including drafting RFPs/RFQs, cost modeling, negotiating contracts, and selecting suppliers.
• Category Planning: Translate broad corporate goals into long-term and short-term category strategies to maximize value and drive continuous improvement.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Manage vendor performance, facilitate routine business reviews, and identify opportunities for supplier consolidation.
• Market Analysis: Monitor global commodity trends, supplier capabilities, and pricing dynamics to adapt sourcing strategies proactively.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with internal stakeholders—such as Finance, Legal, Operations, and R\&D—to ensure procurement strategies align with business needs.
• Risk \& Compliance: Identify and mitigate supply disruptions, ensure compliance with internal procurement policies, and manage contract standards.

Requirements \& Qualifications

• Experience: Typically 3\+ years in strategic sourcing, category management, or direct/indirect procurement.
• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
• Commercial Acumen: Strong in complex negotiations, cost analysis, and financial forecasting.
• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in leveraging data analytics, predictive cost modeling, and business intelligence tools to inform category strategy.

Job Type \& Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Honolulu, HI.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38\.46 - $73\.56/hr.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental \& vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life \& AD\&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Honolulu,HI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 7, 2026\.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500\. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.