Category Mgr - Route to Market

The Headlines: This position reports to the Procurement Director – Co-Man and is a corporate office role. This key role on the North America Commercial Procurement team will be responsible for developing and executing category strategies, supplier relationship management and supporting the AmCom and Supply Chain organizations engaging in non-traditional routes to market. Categories include broadline distribution agreements, 1st Party and 3rd Party distribution model contracts as growing channels for Molson Coors Beverage Company to sell its Non Alc products in new retail marketplace, (e.g. outside direct to Molson Coors beer wholesaler). The ideal candidate for this role brings a passion for team leadership, business partnership and creative problem solving. This role requires a high level of expertise in contractual terms & agreements with external vendors, strategic sourcing principles, the procure-to-pay process and the ability to partner closely with internal stakeholders in order to meet the complex needs of the business. The Responsibilities: Strategy lead for Route to Market category of spend and corresponding sourcing stage gates. Role will drive Annual Operating Plan / Long Range Planning process for Total Procured Financial Value Responsible for supply continuity and escalation for service, quality, contractual issues Support key customer and distribution partner negotiations, conduct sourcing events Enable transformative RTM onboarding projects and simplified ways of working for commercial. Responsible to deliver cost savings, cost avoidance and other measures of financial value Oversee 1-3 tier 1 Suppliers, multiple tier 2, and est. 50+ contracts and $5-$10M in TPFV savings The Other Qualifications: 5 or more years of relevant experience in Procurement Bachelor’s Degree in related field Experience building a category strategy, strategic sourcing, supplier management, spend analysis, and contract negotiation skills Experience in RTM beverage distribution and fast moving sales channels in multi-national environment Experience in beverage or fast-moving consumer goods in a multi-national environment preferred Work Perks that You Need to Know About: Flexible work programs that support work life balance including a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office We care about our People & Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around key priorities We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture & who we are Engagement with a variety of Employee Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, 401k option with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources On site Pub, access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages! Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences

Salary : $62,000 - $92,000