Category Manager – Freight Logistics

Job Title: Category Manager – Indirect Freight Logistics

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Category Manager to join our dynamic supply chain team. The successful candidate will support freight and logistics operations, ensuring efficient and cost-effective transportation of goods. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in logistics and contract negotiation.

Hard Skills

Must have expierence with Contract negotiation with freight and logistics companies

5 years as a Category Manager/Category Lead/Supply Chain expert

SAP experience

International freight is required

Strategic sourcing and Project Management

Bachelors degree

MBA (preferred)

Experience in the Medical Device industry (preferred)

Soft Skills

Strategic thinking

Project management

Effective communication

Job Type

This is a contract position.

Work Site

This is a remote position requiring some days on-site in Lakewood, Colorado and some days remote.

Work Environment

Ideal candidate will live in Colorado and be able to come into the office when required.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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