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No Category Manager The Opportunity In this role, you will develop and implement category strategies that support cost optimization, quality, and supply chain performance for assigned categories ...

Category Management * Assessescategory lifecycle stages and alignsstrategies accordingly. * Identifiescategories requiring resource reallocation and strategic focus. * Collaborateswith research teams ...

Category Management * Assessescategory lifecycle stages and alignsstrategies accordingly. * Identifiescategories requiring resource reallocation and strategic focus. * Collaborateswith research teams ...

No Category Manager The Opportunity In this role, you will develop and implement category strategies that support cost optimization, quality, and supply chain performance for assigned categories ...

Category Manager

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$85 - $110/hr

The Category Manager is responsible for the procurement activities for their assigned commodity and participates in the entire Procurement process for Suppliers' quality and delivery cost ...

Category Management * Assessescategory lifecycle stages and alignsstrategies accordingly. * Identifiescategories requiring resource reallocation and strategic focus. * Collaborateswith research teams ...

Category Management * Assesses category lifecycle stages and aligns strategies accordingly. * Identifies categories requiring resource reallocation and strategic focus. * Collaborates with research ...

Category Management * Assesses category lifecycle stages and aligns strategies accordingly. * Identifies categories requiring resource reallocation and strategic focus. * Collaborates with research ...

Category Manager-Consumer Products Medela LLC in McHenry, IL www.medela.com Hybrid: Three days in our McHenry, IL office if local Remote if located outside the state Salary: starting at $100K plus ...

Category Management * Assessescategory lifecycle stages and alignsstrategies accordingly. * Identifiescategories requiring resource reallocation and strategic focus. * Collaborateswith research teams ...

Analyze category, market, supplier, and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that impact category performance * Support the integration of insights into senior-level business ...

Analyze category, market, supplier, and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that impact category performance * Support the integration of insights into senior-level business ...

Analyze category, market, supplier, and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that impact category performance * Support the integration of insights into senior-level business ...

Analyze category, market, supplier, and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that impact category performance * Support the integration of insights into senior-level business ...

Category Management * Defines the role of a category * Defines category strategy based on the role * Organizes and synthesizes industry,competitorand consumer trends intoworkable category strategies

Position Summary The Category Manager - Foodservice is responsible for managing and growing assigned Foodservice categories through strong collaboration with Business Units, vendor partners, and ...

Category Manager At Guerbet, we build lasting relationships so that to enable people to live better . This is Our Purpose. We are a global leader in medical imaging, offering an extensive portfolio ...

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How much do category jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for category in Raleigh, NC is $90,797.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,400.00 and $107,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Category vs Data Analyst?

AspectCategoryData Analyst
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; sometimes certifications in specific toolsBachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, or related field; often certifications in data analysis tools
Work EnvironmentVaries widely; retail, manufacturing, logistics, etc.Office setting; working with data, spreadsheets, and analysis software
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across multiple industries for broad classificationSpecific role within industries like finance, marketing, healthcare
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding general job category and opportunitiesLooking for detailed data analysis roles and skills

Category is a broad job classification used across various industries, often requiring minimal formal education. Data Analyst is a specialized role focused on analyzing data to inform business decisions, typically requiring a degree and specific skills. While both are related to information handling, Data Analyst roles are more technical and specific, whereas Category refers to a general job grouping.

What are some categories of jobs?

Jobs can be categorized into various sectors such as healthcare, technology, education, finance, manufacturing, retail, and hospitality. Each category often requires specific skills, certifications, or educational backgrounds and may involve different work environments, schedules, and responsibilities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Category jobs in Raleigh, NC?

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What cities near Raleigh, NC are hiring for Category jobs?

Cities near Raleigh, NC with the most Category job openings:

Infographic showing various Category job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,802 per year, or $43.7 per hour.

Category Manager

Raleigh, NC • Remote

Hitachi
IT Services • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago


Job description

Location:

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Job ID:

R0137554

Date Posted:

2026-07-21

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Category Manager

The Opportunity

In this role, you will develop and implement category strategies that support cost optimization, quality, and supply chain performance for assigned categories within Hitachi Energy's Grid Integration business. You will manage sourcing activities, supplier relationships, contract processes, and category planning while working closely with engineering, operations, finance, and other functions to align procurement activities with business needs. Your work will involve identifying cost reduction opportunities, improving supply chain efficiency, managing supplier performance, and monitoring market and regulatory developments. By helping secure reliable supplier performance, quality, delivery, and service levels, you will contribute to the continuity and performance of operations that support the power industry while gaining exposure to cross-functional collaboration, supplier management, strategic sourcing, and category development practices.

How You'll Make an Impact
  • Develop and execute category strategies including spend evaluation, market intelligence, supplier segmentation, and risk management.
  • Manage sourcing activities including RFQ/RFP development, negotiation, contract management, and supplier selection.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers while monitoring performance and conducting business reviews.
  • Drive continuous improvement activities with suppliers to enhance category performance.
  • Collaborate with engineering, operations, finance, and other departments to align category strategies with business needs.
  • Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities, value engineering activities, and supply chain efficiencies.
  • Manage supplier quality, delivery, and service performance and implement corrective actions when needed.
  • Monitor industry trends, technological developments, and regulatory changes relevant to assigned categories.
  • Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
Your Background
  • Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement, preferably within the energy or manufacturing sector.
  • Proven record of developing and implementing category strategies and achieving cost savings.
  • Negotiation and contract management skills.
  • Proficiency in procurement software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems such as SAP or Oracle.
  • CPM or CPSM certification is a plus.
More About Us

You will gain experience working across business functions and supplier networks while developing your sourcing, procurement, and category management capabilities.

  • Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy.
  • A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry.
  • Access to learning platforms and career development programs.
  • Attractive health and retirement benefits.
  • Paid leave and flexible work arrangements.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities


Equal Employment Opportunity

Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals

with disabilities.


Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.


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About Hitachi Vantara

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Hitachi Rail is a fully integrated, global provider of rail solutions across rolling stock, signaling, service & maintenance, digital technology and turnkey. With a presence in 38 countries across three continents and over 13,000 employees, our mission is to contribute to society through the continuous development of superior rail transport solutions.

Industry

It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Clara, CA, US

Year founded

2017