Associate Strategic Sourcing Category Manager

HELP US BRING THE GIFT OF HEALTH TO LIFE.

Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition for all, each endeavor is urgent and every day counts. You'll have the opportunity to work on the #1 selling national vitamin and supplement brand, Nature Made, as well as an exciting portfolio of other products that are shaping the future of the healthy living industry. Consumer-driven innovation, high quality products and a promising portfolio, all driven by a team with a shared sense of purpose -- that's Pharmavite. Join us to bring the gift of health to life.

This role is not available for any form of immigration sponsorship or support, including completion of the Form I-983 training plan required for STEM OPT. 

Purpose of Job:

The Associate Category Manager (ACM), CAPEX, is responsible for developing and executing the strategic vision for the CAPEX Construction and Engineering services category and supporting sourcing initiatives across Pharmavite’s manufacturing network in California, Alabama, and Ohio, as well as the corporate office in West Hills, California. The position reports to the Manager, Corporate Strategic Sourcing (Indirect). This role partners closely with Engineering, Operations, Finance, EHS, Quality, and Project Management teams to enable safe, compliant, and cost‑effective delivery of capital projects, including greenfield expansions, brownfield upgrades, and infrastructure investments.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Manage over $9MM annually in Capital Construction and Engineering Services sourcing activities across manufacturing and corporate sites.
• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives, including RFx development, supplier evaluation, negotiation of commercial terms to optimize cost, quality, service, and innovation, and contract execution.
• Develop, present, and implement category strategies for Capital Construction and Engineering Services.
• Provide execution support for  CAPEX sourcing initiatives across broader CAPEX categories (e.g., equipment‑adjacent services, installation, commissioning, equipment disposition) during periods of peak demand or resource constraints.
• Conduct pricing, market, and supplier analysis to execute sourcing decisions aligned to capital project timelines, site priorities, and total cost of ownership objectives.
• Track savings, cost avoidance, and value creation tied to capital sourcing initiatives.
• Drive value through supplier relationship management, using QBRs, KPIs, and performance scorecards.
• Establish and maintain operational and commercial controls to address supplier performance gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Support development and maintenance of preferred supplier model, including general contractors, engineering firms, specialty trades, and professional services providers in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify contract optimization, standardization, and renegotiation opportunities to drive value and reduce risk.
• Participate in governance processes and ensure compliance with indirect procurement sourcing policies and governance standards.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Operations, Engineering, Finance, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), and Quality to ensure alignment with capital plans and project execution needs.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred.

Experience:

• 5 years of  Strategic Sourcing experience, 2+ years of Capex initiatives preferred.
• Prior experience in  CPG, pharmaceutical, Food & Beverage, or other regulated environments preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the end-to-end sourcing process for Indirect sourcing categories of spend.
• Ability to execute medium to high complexity RFx events and supplier negotiations.
• Assess all manifestations of supplier risk and take appropriate actions for mitigation in the course of sourcing projects and category management.
• Experience in negotiating Commercial and Legal agreements pertaining to Indirect Sourcing projects (Master Service Agreements, Equipment Purchase Agreements, Statements of Work) with a preference towards Construction & Engineering Services agreements.
• Build credibility and alignment with cross‑functional teams and suppliers to drive decisions and actions without direct authority.
• Shows ability to develop and execute category strategies
• Possesses strong Project Management experience as well as stakeholder influencing skills.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and sourcing analytics tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level summaries.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and fast-changing project environments.
• Ability to travel out of state or internationally up to 10% of the time.

Physical Requirements:

• This position is hybrid, based in West Hills, California, with a minimum in-office requirement aligned to business needs.
• This position is primarily based in an office setting, involving prolonged periods of sitting, but also occasionally requires visits to manufacturing and construction sites.  

Environment:

• Exposure to disagreeable elements is negligible.

OUR OFFER

Here, career paths aren't predefined, and bureaucratic limitations don't exist -- you have the opportunity to grow, learn from industry pioneers, and develop the way you want to. Pharmavite is investing more in the development of our team -- to help us deliver on our purpose and help you achieve your career aspirations. Our environment is geared to fuel curiosity, encourage experimentation, and generate learning as this is the way we develop ourselves and our organization.

Pharmavite is committed to meeting the needs of our employees and their families with a Total Rewards package that's as comprehensive as the vitamins and supplements we deliver to consumers. With competitive compensation programs and standout benefits, we provide employees with optimal health and well-being -- as well as peace of mind. These rewards -- plus our new recognition program -- ensure employees feel supported both at work and home.

National Target Base Pay Range: $80,000.00 - $133,000.00. 

The salary range for this position is based on national standards. For candidates in California and the New York metro, the Target Base Pay Range is $88,000.00 - $146,000.00, to reflect the cost of living and market conditions in those areas. 

Actual compensation will take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, education, experience, qualifications, and job-related skills. It is not typical for an individual to be hired above the midpoint of the range for their role, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with state and local laws. 

Base pay is only one component of our total rewards offerings, and we will take the full offering into consideration when presenting an offer of employment.  Our total rewards package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, Medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K match, and other wellness benefits. 

Visit Pharmavite.com/careers to learn more about our mission and discover an opportunity that's right for you. Health and wellness begins with us.

Pharmavite is an equal opportunity employer.  We prohibit employment discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, and any other basis protected by state and federal law.  Pharmavite recruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates individuals solely based on job-related qualifications and abilities.

Pharmavite also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation to complete the application process, please email [email protected].

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.

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DISCLOSURE:

Any misrepresentations or false statements during the application process, including regarding U.S. work authorization and/or the need for immigration sponsorship or support, may result in the rejection of candidacy or the termination of employment.