Associate Category Manager

Under general supervision of the Indirect Strategic Sourcing Senior Manager, responsible for assisting in managing a category of products as well as the business relationship between Cencora and the respective product suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Works in concert with other Category & Sourcing Managers to serve as the liaison with pharmaceutical manufacturers as it relates to policies, issues and profitability.

• Assists in the negotiation of contracts, establishes sourcing relationships and manages customer-related programs in designated category; works towards resolving work issues relative to the trading relationship.

• Collaborates with internal departments such as Sales & Marketing, Finance, Legal and other Procurement entities in order to promote the best interests of Cencora.

• Assists in managing the trade affairs with key strategic manufacturers to include negotiating business agreements and settling disputes and/or issues.

• Represents and positions Cencora favorably with manufacturers and acts as an advocate for Cencora interests relative to manufacturers' actions and policies.

• Generates profit enhancing opportunities such as deals, rebates, allowances and promotional activities for the assigned manufacturers.

• Assists in managing several contracting programs resulting in increased value for both Cencora and its customers.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education and Work Experience

Requires broad training in fields such as business administration, supply chain, accountancy, sales, marketing, computer sciences or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of a four year bachelor's degree program or equivalent combination of experience and education. Normally requires a minimum of two (2) years directly related and progressively responsible experience.

Skills and Knowledge

• Outstanding knowledge of product and supplier base, product relationships and industry trends

• Working knowledge of sales, purchasing, supply chain management and/or inventory management principles and methodologies

• Exceptional project management skills, including the ability to work collaboratively across the organization and manage multiple projects of various diverse scope in a cross-functional environment

• Ability to deal with confrontational issues in a positive manner

• Strong communication

• Strong negotiating skills

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Strong organizational skills; attention to detail

• Strong computer skills in order to operate effectively with company systems and programs; knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members' ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more. For details, visit https://www.virtualfairhub.com/cencora

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.

The company's continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

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