Category Manager

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* If you are a current Idaho Power employee, please apply through the* *.
*** Final date to receive applications:
** 01/30/2026 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time**# of Positions:
** 1
* * Job Type:
** Regular
* * Job End Date:
**** Exemption Status:
** Exempt
* * Pay Range:**$ - $ Annually
** Minimum Age Requirement:
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* Job Description:

** Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for a
* Category Manager
* to join our Supply Chain Procurement team. It’s an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we’re working hard to safely provide our customers with the safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on. While this position is based at Idaho Power’s downtown Boise location, we offer both flexible schedules and the opportunity to work up to 40% remote after a period of demonstrated proficiency in the role.

This individual will develop, lead, and execute supply strategies to support Idaho Power's procurement objectives. They are responsible for source development, negotiations, contracts, and supplier management for assigned materials and services. They will develop strong strategic working relationships with internal customers and key suppliers to assure enterprise-wide cost, quality, risk, and service targets are met. They also help implement strategic activities for the entire Procurement operation, including the contracting, purchasing and supplier relationship  addition to the meaningful work we do, we offer work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, an employee incentive plan, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.
** A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE
**** Knowledge of:
*** Deep understanding of complex contract terms, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation in high-value agreements
* Broad business acumen, adept at translating complex concepts into clear, actionable strategies for diverse audiences
** Skills in:
*** Building strategic relationships with internal stakeholders and key suppliers to foster collaboration and long-term partnerships
* Advanced analytical and negotiation skills, leveraging data insights to inform decisions and maximize category performance
* Dynamic presentation and facilitation, skilled at aligning cross-functional teams to achieve shared objectives
* Highly organized project leadership, managing multiple initiatives and competing priorities with precision and efficiency
* Strong supplier relationship management, maintaining strategic partnerships that deliver measurable value
* Successfully leading complex sourcing projects and programs, combining analytical rigor with innovative problem-solving
* Strong strategic relationship building with both internal business partners and key suppliers
** Ability to:
*** Design and execute innovative category strategies across diverse goods and service sectors to drive value and efficiency
* Leverage deep market insights to build accurate cost models, forecasts, and forward-thinking sourcing strategies
* Deliver data-driven purchasing recommendations through comprehensive cost analysis, scenario planning, and trend evaluation
* Lead high-stakes negotiations with strategic suppliers to secure optimal pricing, terms, and service quality
* Identify and capitalize on supplier opportunities that enhance performance and strengthen partnerships
* Assess category risks proactively and implement robust mitigation strategies aligned with industry standards and compliance requirements
* Transform contracts into operational success, ensuring seamless execution and measurable outcomes for key agreements
* Optimize business processes, management time, use critical thinking, and decision-making to drive operational excellence
* Lead and contribute to projects independently or as part of high-performing teams, ensuring successful delivery of objectives
* Coordinate and review work across teams, driving accountability and quality outcomes
* Communicate with clarity and influence, tailoring messages for diverse audiences and facilitating productive group discussions
* Adapt quickly to shifting…