Manager, Category

A Day in the Life:

Design and execute cost savings projects across multiple categories of Hertz buy. Working directly with business stakeholders and other sourcing team members develop & execute sourcing projects that deliver continuous cost, performance and process improvement.

The starting salary for this opportunity is $85,000/yr; commensurate with experience.

What Youll Do:

• Design and implement cost savings projects across multiple categories, direct materials, capital equipment, IT, logistics, professional services, MRO, facilities
• Prepare and execute RFPs, review and analyze results, negotiate with suppliers, prepare business case recommendations, and lead the implementation of projects
• Working collaboratively with business stakeholders and team members identify cost and process improvement projects within category groups
• Manage and measure supplier performance against contract, manage supplier performance issues, one off and systemic
• Manage the project pipeline for assigned category, review spend and compliance reports for opportunities
• Perform industry benchmarking and total cost of ownership analysis in support of sourcing teams.

What Were Looking For:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent, MBA preferred
• Professional Qualifications CPSM, CIPS, 6Sigma
• 1-2 years of sourcing experience with a Fortune 500 company, or a large industrial manufacturing company
• Experience in identifying cost reduction and process improvement projects within the supply chain
• Experience managing multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organizing/time management and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of sourcing or category management processes, global sourcing experience preferred
• Results orientated, excellent analytical, process and problem-solving skills
• Team player with initiative and a positive attitude
• Excellent interpersonal skills, strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint

What Youll Get:

• Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision plan options
• Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching
• Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program for employees & family
• Educational Reimbursement & Discounts
• Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness
• Perks & Discounts Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more

The Hertz Corporation operates the Hertz, Dollar Car Rental, Thrifty Car Rental brands in approximately 9,700 corporate and franchisee locations throughout North America, Europe, The Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is one of the most recognized in the world.US EEO STATEMENT
At Hertz, we champion and celebrate a culture of diversity and inclusion. We take affirmative steps to promote employment and advancement opportunities. The endless variety of perspectives, experiences, skills and talents that our employees invest in their work every day represent a significant part of our culture and our success and reputation as a company.
Individuals are encouraged to apply for positions because of the characteristics that make them unique.
EOE, including disability/veteran