Senior Manager Category Management, Procurement
 The Hershey Company | |
 United States, Pennsylvania, Hershey | |
 May 20, 2026 | |
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Qualifications: * Influence and Cross-Functional Collaboration: Strong ability to navigate matrixed organization structure and to influence and align stakeholders. Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate communication, resolve conflicts, and achieve collaborative outcomes * R&D sourcing and Procurement sourcing experience within the CPG and/or food/beverage sectors * Analytical and Financial Acumen: Strong analytical skills to evaluate market data, pricing trends, and total cost of ownership. Ability to use financial models to assess cost-saving opportunities and make data-driven decisions. Owns delivery of annual budget and ongoing budget/market forecasting. * Supplier Relationship Management: Proven experience in building and maintaining effective relationships with suppliers. Skills in negotiating terms, managing performance, and collaborating on continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives. * Risk Management and Compliance: Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices. Proficiency in identifying and mitigating risks to ensure compliance and minimize disruptions
* Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Food Science, or a related field. An MBA or advanced degree is preferred but not required. * Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in indirect and direct procurement or R&D management within the consumer-packaged goods industry. Proven track record in managing complex sourcing projects, R&D sourcing projects, supplier relationships, and cost management initiatives. The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. You may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application process as a result of a disability. To request an accommodation via phone, please call +1 877-804-1794 and leave a voicemail with your contact information. You may also email a request for accommodation to ApplicationHelp@hersheys.com. Please be sure to include "Accommodation Needed" in the subject line. This will ensure that your email is routed to the appropriate contact who will handle your request.
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