Category Manager

Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Full-Time
On-Site

Job Description:

Discover your 100% YOU with MicroSourcing!

Position: Category Manager
Location: Eastwood, Libis, Quezon City
Work setup & shift: Onsite | Shifting Schedule

Why join MicroSourcing?

You’ll have:

Competitive Rewards: Enjoy above-market compensation, healthcare coverage on day one, plus one or more dependents, paid time-off with cash conversion, group life insurance, and performance bonuses
A Collaborative Spirit: Contribute to a positive and engaging work environment by participating in company-sponsored events and activities.
Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the balance between work and life that suits you with flexible work arrangements.
Career Growth: Take advantage of opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
Inclusive Teamwork: Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive culture.

Your Role:

As a Category Manager, you will:

Identify and source new products from the Asian market by analyzing industry trends, competitor activities, and consumer behaviors.

Develop a strategic product roadmap that defines assortment planning, product launches, and SKU rationalization.

Manage end-to-end sourcing processes, including RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs, to identify and onboard high-quality vendors.

Negotiate advantageous contracts, pricing, and payment terms while ensuring compliance with international quality and legal standards.

Coordinate with marketing and supply chain teams to lead products from initial concept to "Buy Ready" status in retail outlets.

Monitor category profitability and sales performance using data analytics to track market gains and cost savings.

What You Need:

Non-negotiables

Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management, specifically focused on new product sourcing.

Proven expertise in end-to-end sourcing, vendor onboarding, and negotiating complex pricing and delivery lead times.

Strong knowledge of international supply chains, including importing regulations and managing global suppliers.

Advanced analytical skills using Excel, Tableau, Power BI, and ERP systems (SAP/Ariba) to interpret complex data and set pricing strategies.

Exceptional negotiation and communication skills to influence internal stakeholders and build external vendor partnerships.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field (or 5+ years of equivalent experience).

Preferred skills/expertise

Ability to translate market insights into profitable, high-quality retail products.

Expertise in drafting and managing contracts to ensure performance and quality standards are met.

Demonstrated experience managing product lifecycles, timelines, and milestones within cross-functional teams.

Proactive "mini-business owner" mindset with the initiative to improve existing sourcing systems.

Capability to leverage supplier expertise to drive product innovation and utilize new materials or technologies.

About MicroSourcing

With over 9,000 professionals across 13 delivery centers, MicroSourcing is the pioneer and largest offshore provider of managed services in the Philippines.

Our commitment to 100% YOU

MicroSourcing firmly believes that our company's strength lies in our people's diversity and talent. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces individuals of all races, genders, ethnicities, abilities, and backgrounds. We provide space for everyone, embracing different perspectives, and making room for opportunities for each individual to thrive.

At MicroSourcing, equality is not merely a slogan - it's our commitment. Our way of life. Here, we don't just accept your unique, authentic self - we celebrate it, valuing every individual's contribution to our collective success and growth.

Join us in celebrating YOU and your 100%! For more information, visit https://www.microsourcing.com/

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