Associate Category Manager - TRC Talent Solutions : Job Details

TRC is seeking a talented Associate Category Manager for an immediate opening for one of our supply chain management and distribution clients based out of Duluth, GA! This position is a direct hire role and will be onsite one day per week.

The Associate Category Manager – Construction helps supply chain team manage all the construction-related products and services needed to build or remodel (things like signs, lighting, HVAC, roofing, flooring, and décor).

Main Functions:

Category Management

• Focus on construction-related items (signage, HVAC, roofing, flooring, décor, etc.).
• Group and manage these products/services as a category to optimize cost and supplier performance.

Supplier Management

• Work directly with suppliers to maintain good relationships.
• Ensure they deliver on time, meet quality standards, and manage risks.

Negotiation & Contracts

• Negotiate the best pricing and terms.
• Write and renew supplier contracts.

New Program Development

• Help design new supplier programs or service offerings to make things easier and cheaper for franchisees.

Collaboration

• Work with Dunkin's internal teams (construction, R&D, operations, franchisees) to make sure everyone is aligned.

RFP/RFQ Management

• Run sourcing events (RFI, RFQ, RFP).
• Collect bids, compare them, and recommend the best supplier.

Continuous Supply

• Keep a reliable list of suppliers.
• Make sure Dunkin' always has access to the materials needed, even as demand grows.

Compliance & Internal Processes

• Follow audit requirements, pricing setup, and item setup rules.

Cross-Functional Support

• Assist other category teams and take part in special projects for growth.

Strategy & Analysis

• Analyze pricing, supplier performance, and category trends.
• Recommend cost-saving opportunities and improvements.

Skills They Want

• 3–5 years in procurement, category management, or sourcing.
• Strong negotiation and relationship skills.
• Project management ability (juggle multiple projects).
• Communication skills (clear and collaborative).
• Degree in supply chain, business, or construction-related field preferred.
• Expert with tools like Excel, SAP, or Tableu

Other Notes

• Based in Duluth, GA.
• Limited travel required.
• Supervises one direct report.
• Physical demand is light (mostly office work, computer-based).