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Who We Are
Net2Source Inc. isn't just another staffing company, we're a powerhouse of innovation, connecting top talent with the right opportunities. Recognized for 300% growth in the past three years, we operate in 34 countries with a global team of 5,500 . Our mission? To bridge the talent gap with precision—Right Talent. Right Time. Right Place. Right Price.
Role: Category Manager – Site Services
Location: Glen Mills, PA, 19342 (HYBRID)
Duration: 5 months contract (possible extension)
Work Schedule:
- Hybrid Schedule (Mon, Wed, Thu- in office & Tue, Fri- Remote)
- Plans to convert to full-time employee by end of the year, based on performance.
About the Role:
- In this role you will negotiate with and manage vendors for on-site services for a production facility including- Gardening, Piping, waste management, canteen services and other services impacting the manufacturing site.
Responsibilities:
- Be accountable for managing ***M site services spend in Americas, reporting to the Director, Indirect & Logistics Procurement Americas.
- Manage and evolve a supplier base that offers optimal quality, service, technology, and value (QSTV), and lead efforts to qualify alternate or second source suppliers.
- Functionally supervise a sourcing specialist supporting the developed category strategy.
- Closely collaborate with internal stakeholders to determine current and future sourcing needs develop and execute corresponding category strategies
- Identify and manage global projects in alignment with cross-functional internal stakeholders.
- Deliver significant cost savings and avoidances as well as continuous improvement plans.
- Negotiate and implement supply agreements that include ideal terms from a QSTV perspective.
- Conduct quarterly business reviews (QBRs) with key suppliers to advance supplier-supported company objectives, develop supplier capabilities, address gaps in supplier performance.
- In collaboration with the Business Units, Operations, Technology, and/or other functional stakeholders, develop and continuously evolve a cost savings/productivity plan for the category that includes a pipeline of new ideas, in-process projects, and projects accruing savings in support of exceeding annual productivity goals.
- Identify and execute TCO improvement opportunities.
- Effectively address all supplier performance failures via the root cause and corrective action process, successfully levying claims, and other tactics as appropriate.
- Create and maintain effective e-Sourcing events and catalogues to increase productivity.
- Monitor and resolve disconnects in the buy channel process in conjunction with the Procurement policy to improve overall compliance and actively managed spend.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Economics or Engineering. (Additional experience may be acceptable in lieu of degree).
- 5 or more years' experience in Procurement/Category Management including On-Site Services
- Experienced using Procurement e-sourcing-tools.
- Experience partnering with senior-level leaders and stakeholders in a global, matrix organization.
- Experience with the source-to-contract Procurement process.
- Comfortable negotiating both internally and externally.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience leading diverse, multi-functional teams in collaborative efforts.
- ARIBA experience preferred.
- Strong analytical skills and creative problem-solving capability.
- Superior communication and good presentation skills.
- Self-motivated, service-oriented "Can do – Will do” mindset and attitude.
- Strong organizational and planning skills.
- Ability to travel up to 20%, including international travel.
Why Work With Us?
We believe in more than just jobs—we build careers. At Net2Source, we champion leadership at all levels, celebrate diverse perspectives, and empower you to make an impact. Think work-life balance, professional growth, and a collaborative culture where your ideas matter.
Our Commitment to Inclusion & Equity
Net2Source is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a workplace where diverse talents and perspectives are valued. We make all employment decisions based on merit, ensuring a culture of respect, fairness, and opportunity for all, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, or other protected characteristics.
Awards & Recognition
• America's Most Honored Businesses (Top 10%)
• Fastest-Growing Staffing Firm by Staffing Industry Analysts
• INC 5000 List for Eight Consecutive Years
• Top 100 by Dallas Business Journal
• Spirit of Alliance Award by Agile1