Circle K

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JOIN OUR TEAM! At Circle K, our mission is simple: to make our customer’s lives a little easier everyday. You may have already stopped for coffee, refueling your car, or eating something on the go. Then, you know what Couche-Tard/Circle K is. We have grown into a successful global company with over 16,000 stores in 29 countries, serving almost 9 million customers every day. In total, more than 150,000 people work in our stores and offices. We make journeys easier by offering fast and friendly service. We care about our people and our communities, and we look for ways to uplift people first. Wherever your journey’s going, we can help you get there. Are you ready to grow your career? Let's grow together! THE ROLE The Senior US Procurement Category Manager will be responsible for supporting the establishment and development of a Procurement Operations & logistics function covering categories within Circle K in Maintenance, Equipment, Supplies, Fleet, terminals, and logistics. The Senior US Procurement Category Manager will support building a best-in-class procurement department delivering realized commercial and operational value benefits through RFX processes, E-Procurement, change management process and leveraging internal and external supplier relationships for a multimillion-dollar supplier spend organization. This role will allow autonomy to implement and drive operational excellence as the business continues its fast-paced growth. WHAT YOU’LL DO Here are just a few ways that you’ll help make journeys better: Deliver additional procurement synergies for the company network, derived primarily from standardization efforts, exploiting unleveraged scale opportunities, consolidating vendor partners and distribution points, challenging current business models and technologies. Collaborate closely with the recently established CoE team based in India. Establish and foster relationships with key internal stakeholders. Drive change management and cultivate national-level relationships with primary vendor partners Leverage regional best-practices across the regions in the United States. Supports developing, overseeing, and facilitating the purchasing strategy, operations and logistics for the functional area and category. Provide strategic and tactical guidance on key categories based on market trends, internal and external best practices, and company performance objectives. Collaborate with cross‐functional teams to diagnose, quantify, and address regional and/or national‐level opportunities and alternative revenue sources. Understand the operational functions and the importance of close collaboration and partnership to drive aligned value. Unite the company’s autonomous business units around common value‐enhancing principles, innovative programs and offerings, and relevant macro‐level opportunities. Establish and maintain effective, efficient communication with senior management. Lead the effort to scale successful regional programs to multinational and global level status. Support the establishment of benchmarks, performance markers and objectives. Support company goals by focusing on accountability, customer service, and work efficiency. WHAT YOU’LL NEED We want you to join our team! Here’s what we’re looking for: Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, or related field. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted. 10 years of experience in procurement, commercials, and contract management preferred. Experience negotiating complex goods and services supply contracts. Experience from retail industry or similar, covering the above categories, preferred. Documented record in unlocking commercial value. Excellent commercial and operational mindset. Strong negotiation and analytical skillset. Strong leadership, collaboration and influencing skills, with the ability to ensure work is carried out in accordance with company standards. Ability to network and establish partnerships internally and externally. Balance competing priorities, deadlines, and multitasking. Exceptional oral and written communication skills. Confident and strong communication with influencing capabilities. Advanced proficiency with MS Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, with experience in procurement systems (e.g., Ariba or similar platforms) preferred. Self-driven personality with stamina, and strong ability to secure execution. Willingness to have contact with colleagues outside of traditional working hours. WHY YOU SHOULD WORK HERE: At Circle K, we believe that our team members are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us, you're not just getting a job – you're becoming part of a vibrant community where your talents are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your contributions make a real difference. Here's why you'll love working with us: Benefits package: Competitive Group Benefits Program: Complete benefits packages (medical, dental, vision etc). 401 K: Plan for your future and retire with peace of mind with our 401 K plan, helping you build a secure financial future. Stock Purchase Plan: Invest in your future and share in our success with our employee stock purchase plan, allowing you to become a shareholder of Circle K. Paid Time Off: Recharge and rejuvenate with paid time off. Additional Perks: Employee Discounts: Enjoy our People Perks which allows for great discounts on food and fuel, making it even easier to fuel up and stock up on your favorite goodies. Recognition and Rewards: We celebrate our team's achievements and milestones with a range of recognition programs, rewards, and incentives to show our appreciation for your hard work and dedication. Mentorship Program: Take your career to new heights with our mentorship program, where seasoned professionals provide guidance, support, and valuable insights to help you reach your full potential. Winning Culture: Fortune 500 company and a 5-time Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner. Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does not impose an undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. Click below to review information about our company's use of the federal E-Verify program to check work eligibility: In English In Spanish Our mission at Circle K is to make people's lives a little easier every day. Our global family of 130,000 people in over 16,000 stores and 26 countries makes that possible for our millions of clients worldwide, which is why we are committed to helping them achieve their goals and grow with us. We set ourselves apart by our culture of pride: pride in our people and their development, pride in serving others, what we've built and what we are striving to achieve. No matter where you come from or where you are heading in your career, there is a place for you to grow at Circle K. When you grow, we grow - together. To return to the list of job postings, click here.