Procurement Category Manager - MRO

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Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. 

We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia.  Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks. 

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game.  We are solutions-based.  We are innovative.  We seek out new challenges and conquer them.  This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best. 

Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table? 

Summary Description:

The Category Manager MRO & Indirect Procurement is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO), industrial services, utilities, facilities, and selected indirect spend categories across Refresco’s North American manufacturing network. This role partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance to improve plant performance, reduce downtime, optimize inventory, and deliver sustainable cost savings. The successful candidate will lead supplier negotiations, strategic sourcing initiatives, national agreements, and category management programs that directly support manufacturing operations.

Essential Functions

• MRO Category Management

  • Develop sourcing strategies for MRO categories including industrial supplies, bearings, motors, power transmission, electrical components, automation, pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors components, OEM spare parts, and maintenance services
  • Lead supplier consolidation and national account programs
  • Partner with Maintenance and continuous improvement teams to optimize storeroom inventory and spare parts management
  • Support plant reliability initiatives by improving supplier performance and reducing lead times.
  • Develop and implement Vendor Managed inventory (VMI) and inventory optimization programs
  • Identify opportunities to reduce emergency purchases and improve planned maintenance sourcing

  Categories Managed

  • Industrial Supplies
  • Bearings & Power Transmission
  • Motors & Drives
  • Electrical Components
  • Automation & Controls
  • Conveyors Components
  • Maintenance services

  Supplier Management

  • Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers to ensure a competitive supplier landscape.
  • Lead contract negotiations, RFx processes, and supplier evaluations.
  • Manage ongoing supplier relationships to ensure compliance, performance, and continuous improvement.
  • Develop and monitor supplier KPIs and scorecards.

  Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with internal stakeholders (HR, Operations, Engineers, Legal, etc.) to understand business needs and define sourcing requirements.
  • Serve as the primary Procurement advisor to internal teams on market insights, contract risk, and sourcing best practices.

  Cost Optimization & Process Improvement

  • Deliver year-over-year cost savings through strategic sourcing and total cost of ownership (TCO) methodologies.
  • Identify opportunities to streamline procurement processes, automate workflows, and increase efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies, approval workflows, and governance procedures.

  Risk & Compliance

  • Evaluate and mitigate supplier risks, including financial, operational, compliance, and ESG considerations.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, contracts, and procurement records.
  • Support audits, contract renewals, and supplier compliance initiatives.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in sourcing MRO Categories within manufacturing environment
• Experience supporting maintenance and reliability organizations.
• Experience negotiating agreements with industrial distributors and OEM suppliers.
• Experience working in food, beverage, consumer products, packaging, chemical, pharmaceutical, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in procurement systems (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba, Oracle) and MS Office/Excel.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Competencies

• Strategic thinking & business acumen
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills
• Project management and prioritization
• Analytical problem-solving
• Relationship-building and collaboration
• Results-oriented and continuous improvement mindset

Education and Experience:

• Minimum Required:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or other related technical field
  • 5+ years of experience in sourcing MRO procurement or Indirect sourcing
• Must be permanently authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without sponsorship.

Working Conditions:

• Physical Demands– Continuously sitting for prolonged periods, as the job is administrative in nature.
• Visual/Sensory – This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.
• Work environment – Work and environment fasted paced, requiring ability to remain focused under pressure.
• Mental Stress – There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, project management, accuracy or similar demands.

Travel Requirements:

• Based in Tampa with up to 20% travel at times.

Other Duties:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice

A Career with Refresco 

Refresco is passionate about empowering leaders who reflect our core values and live by our leadership behaviors. These behaviors encourage effective leadership within the business, and focus on leading courageously, empowering individuals, and driving company growth as one team. Joining our team as a people manager means you’ll be encouraged to evolve as a leader who prioritizes the success of both you and your team, to deliver results, whilst bringing your authentic self to work.  

Refresco Beverages US Inc. offers the following competitive pay and comprehensive benefits:    

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance    
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts  
• Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance 
• Short-term disability and long-term disability   
• Pet Insurance  
• Legal Benefits  
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match  
• 12 Paid Holidays  
• Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off Days
• Well-being Benefit 
• Discount and Total Reward Programs   

Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!   

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