Category Manager

continuous improvement including indirect purchasing processes (including procure-to-pay), policies, automation, data and insights and technology enablement utilizing our Esker P2P and SAP modules plus subject matter expertise and training. Functional Responsibility Manages and monitors day-to-day operations and team performance to ensure smooth workflows and that company standards are met Manages company culture and holds self, peers, and direct reports accountable for demonstrating a constructive company culture through influential, personal behavior and actions; encourages strong work ethic and fosters an environment of trust and respect Develops and aligns individual goals with the department's

operational goals; ensures that decisions, actions, and priorities are aligned with the company's vision, mission, and strategies Researches best practices, stays abreast of industry trends, and maintains awareness of regulatory changes to ensure compliance and continually improve operations Monitors performance and regularly communicates with direct reports to achieve mutual understanding and desired results Partners with immediate manager to determine staffing needs; attracts, motivates, and retains a workforce with the appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities to achieve goals and objectives Provides employees with a safe, healthy, and rewarding work environment; ensures delivery and completion

of monthly safety topics Communicates and supports change initiatives and decisions in an effective manner to successfully guide team through change Fosters a work environment that encourages creative thinking, promotes flexibility, and drives innovation Addresses employee issues, concerns, and complaints in an objective and confidential manner; notifies HR Business Partner and keeps immediate manager informed as appropriate Ensures compliance and consistent application of company policies, initiatives, and decisions Coaches, guides, and develops direct reports; fully engages in the GPS (Performance Management) process; provides high-quality feedback, and ensures proper GPS documentation of employee performance, recognition, and deficiencies Essential Duties Leads and develops team of 3 indirect buyers and 1 master data management resource through coaching, performance management and ongoing feedback.

Establishes a culture of continuous improvement and data driven decision making throughout the team including direct reports Researches and implements Procurement best practices and new capabilities to deliver best in class Procurement capabilities and data/reporting such as automation, dashboarding and leading work to scope and identify possible uses of generative AI in the path to automation/improvement of processes.

Develops, communicates and measures team performance through KPIs and regularly communicates with direct reports with clear expectation setting with a culture of continuous improvement and data driven insights and performance management. Collaborates effectively throughout the organization to lead cross-functional programs such as procure-to-pay automation and simplification together with Finance Serves as a point of escalation and issue resolution for direct reports Responsible for leadership and development of indirect buyers, elevating their role to support procurement of indirect goods and services, collaborating with them to deliver cost savings and avoidances, perform and improve against KPIs/metrics, in support of the operational/strategic requirements of the business and internal teams Provides category specific subject matter expertise and insights to Category Managers, Buyers and internal clients Supports category strategies and establishes and maintains relationships with suppliers to ensure efficient and reliable procurement of goods and services Supports Indirect Buyers with issue escalation as required such as pricing or availability problems, QC concerns, managing returns and resolving accounting/invoicing issues Establishes regular performance management cadences together with Finance to measure the health and continuous improvement of the end to end procure-to-pay process through metrics such as cycle time, cost savings delivered, % of spend on PO, etc.

Regularly collaborate with Finance colleagues to proactively address end to end process issues such as invoice mismatch, PO confirmations, goods receipts not performed, etc. Remains current with market trends through relationships with suppliers and market experts; identifies and communicates new technologies (generative AI/reverse auctions, etc.

) and solutions to Category Managers Manages operational relationships with suppliers to ensure continuity of goods and services that meet the quality, service and price performance standards of the company Responsible for Esker P2P training and administration for Buyers and requisitioners, working in cross-functional collaboration with Finance and Accounts Payable team, including assisting in platform upgrades Drives improvement of procurement efficiency and effectiveness in the Delicato P2P process through continuous improvement, metrics, dashboards, automation and standardization Maintains a working knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations as well as any internal policies or procedures to ensure that the behavior exhibited by the organization with the highest level of integrity, honesty, and transparency Assists Category Managers in the determination of total cost of ownership year-over-year for assigned spend categories according to group guidelines Other duties may be assigned Non-Essential Duties Other duties may be assigned Minimum Requirements Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field or equivalent years of experience 7+ years direct or related experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Procurement and/or Sourcing 3+ years leadership or supervisory experience Certificates and Licenses Certifications in CPF, APICS, CPSM, CSCMP certification, and/or Lean preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Experience working with large financial ERP Systems (SAP, JDE, etc.

) and automated purchasing tools and strong skills in Microsoft Office suite tools Must have advanced procure-to-pay, sourcing, procurement and purchasing skills, i.

e. negotiations, strategic sourcing, category analysis, cost modeling and supplier relations Self-motivated with high energy for business process improvement Possess excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills Must be able to implement processes and decisions while maintaining relationships with customers in other functional groups Experience dealing cross-functionally with multiple functions across the organization and supply chain Have high level of integrity and interpersonal communication, presentation, and organizational skills Working Conditions General office environment with occasional travel Required to drive automotive vehicle or equipment Occasionally may be required to lift and carry cases of wine Work Standards Acts in a manner reflective of the Company culture of High Moral Standards, Innovation and Continuous Evolution, Trust in Team, Continuous Improvement, and Sustainable Relationships Communicates, interacts, and works effectively with others; receptive to feedback and coaching; voices concerns in a constructive manner Demonstrates commitment to safety first; communicates safety concerns; promotes a safe work environment based on established safety standards and training Follows all Company policies and procedures Additional Comments Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

California Pay Transparency Disclaimer: This is a Exempt position. The pay range for this position is $100,157.20 to $156,787.40. I t is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. Actual placement within range will be contingent upon a number of factors, i ncluding but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, education, experience, internal equity and alignment with market data.

Delicato Family Wines offers its employees a generous and comprehensive benefits package. The core health insurance components include medical, dental and vision, where Delicato covers nearly the entire cost for employees and a large percentage for dependents. Additional health benefits include life, disability and flexible spending accounts. Other benefits include 401(k) with generous company match, discretionary profit sharing, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, wine & merchandise discounts, tuition reimbursement, gym discounts & many more.

Delicato Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.