Senior Category Manager of Capital Procurement

Perdue Farms seeks a Senior Category Manager of Capital Procurement to lead sourcing strategies for equipment, machinery, and construction services. The role develops supplier partnerships, leads sourcing and contracting initiatives, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve value, supplier performance, and procurement processes.

What you'll do:

• Create and implement category sourcing strategies focusing on total value creation including cost optimization and cash release
• Conduct spending analysis, market research, and supplier benchmarking
• Develop supplier by creating fit for purpose strategic relationships and ensure
• Supplier performance defined by KPIs. Escalate issues as needed
• Lead sourcing events (RFPs, negotiations) and supplier evaluations
• Apply negotiation strategies to secure favorable terms and outcomes
• Ensure smooth contract handoff and alignment with operational teams
• Collaborate with Procurement CoE to apply standardized sourcing tools
• Assist in managing contract terms, renewals, and compliance checkpoints
• Serve as the day-to-day liaison for suppliers in the category
• Monitor performance metrics and support corrective actions when needed
• Identify and escalate supplier risks to senior leadership

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience
• 10+ years' experience in sourcing and contracting, procurement, or category management, including 3+ years in a leadership role
• Strong expert experience in RFx process, proposal evaluation, deal and contract negotiation
• Project management experience and ability to project manage multiple complex projects
• Experience in Capital Programs, Engineering, Construction, or Design-Build
• Strong analytical, planning, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate with operations, finance, and legal teams
• Proficiency in ERP and sourcing tools (e.g., SAP Ariba)

Benefits:

• Annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).
• Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
• Medical/Rx
• 401(k) with employer match after 1 year
• Critical illness insurance
• Accident insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Optional group life insurance