Category Manager- Commercial; Atlanta, GA,

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

• Understand and support resolution of day-to-day procurement-related supply chain issues
• Execute category strategies through effective leveraging of the Coca-Cola System opportunities and processes
• Analyze market forecasts and projections to develop and update budgets on an ongoing basis
• Collaborate with SRM/SPM to optimize supplier performance
• Leverage the 7-steps strategic sourcing process for execution of specific sourcing initiatives
• Negotiate and execute sourcing contracts and agreements
• Establish and monitor KPI’s for supplier performance
• Develop effective reporting criteria for all assigned categories
• Manage business risks relative to supply continuity
• Evaluate impact of supply side cost drivers based on market and industry trends.
• Implement programs and address supplier issues
• Negotiate, implement and manage contracts to ensure optimum and sustainable total cost of ownership and reliable supply

Disclaimer:
This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position and that the duties and responsibilites may change with or without notice.

• Excellent negotiating, analytical thinking with attention to detail
• Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills
• Project Management and/or process management
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• SAP and electronic sourcing experience preferred
• Strong analytics and proven problem-solving skills

• Minimum:
  High School or GED

• 5 to 10 years of Procurement experience (Food or Beverage preferred)

Willingness and ability to travel as required based on business need. Less than 20% of travel.

CCBSS operates a hybrid working environment. This is a teleworking role that requires working at a CCBSS office location on a regular basis (or a minimum number of days per month or week) at the manager’s discretion. The number of days required at a CCBSS office location is at the manager’s discretion and is subject to change depending on business needs.

We are one family supporting the Coca-Cola bottling system in North America. Our work is indispensable to our partners, and makes an impact in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and to rewarding exceptional performance. We expect a lot from our team — after all, it’s their exceptional work that helps CCBSS support the Coca-Cola bottling system in North America.

To keep everyone motivated and energized, we offer a comprehensive benefit and rewards package.

• Work-Life Integration
  - Vacation, floating holidays, parental leave, flexible work environment
• Competitive Base Salary
  - A base salary or hourly wage rate in line with market rates for the job duties and skills required
• Rewards & Recognition
  - Acknowledging our employee’s contributions
• Retirement Plans & Guidance
  - Programs to assist associates in saving for retirement
• Health & Welfare Plans
  - Medical, life, and disability insurance plans

Coca-Cola Bottlers’ Sales and Service, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.