36 category development jobs at 23 companies in Oak Park, IL
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Category Development Executive
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$113k-$170k/yrHybridFull Time
Gallo: Produces and distributes wine and spirits globally.
3+ YOEBachelor's or Master's with multiple years of category development or sales experience; valid driver’s license, liquor license as required, ability to travel up to 25%, supervisory experience preferred.
Breakthru Beverage Group: Leading North American beverage wholesaler of wine, spirits, and beer.
2+ YOEBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, 2+ years in an analytical role, advanced MS Office skills, data reporting, problem solving, communication, and ability to convert raw data into actionable insights.
Microsoft Office, PowerBI, Nielsen, CGA, IRI, Datassential, Technomic, Target Partners Online, Kroger Retail Execution, Walmart Retail Link
Synergy Flavors: Develops and manufactures flavors and essences for food and beverages.
8+ YOEBachelor’s in Business/Marketing or Food Science; 8+ years in product management, marketing or sales in food ingredients/flavor; experience in new product development; cross-functional leadership.
Chicago Public Schools: Public school district serving the city of Chicago.
5+ YOEDevelop and execute category sourcing strategies, manage suppliers and contracts, lead negotiations, perform spend and market analysis, and manage team members in procurement operations.
MS Office, Google Workspace, Oracle, SAP, ERP Systems
Uline: Distributor of shipping, packaging, and industrial supplies.
3+ YOEBachelor's degree and 3+ years in category management, supply chain, or marketing. Requires vendor negotiation, product development, strategic analysis, mentoring, and travel availability.
International Motors: Manufacturer of commercial trucks, buses, and diesel engines.
1+ YOEDevelop and execute category strategies for body components; lead sourcing, negotiations, supplier management, and cross-functional teams; automotive/manufacturing experience preferred.
International MotorsXETRA: 8TRA: Manufacturer of commercial trucks, buses, and heavy-duty engines.
3+ YOEBachelor's+5yrs or Master's+3yrs or 8yrs experience in supply chain/engineering/manufacturing plus ≥1 year lead experience; ability to develop category strategies and negotiate supplier agreements; must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
International Motors: Manufacturer of commercial trucks, buses, and vehicle engines.
1+ YOEDevelop and execute sourcing strategies, drive cost reduction, negotiate supplier contracts, coordinate global procurement, and ensure compliance; requires procurement experience and legal US work authorization.
Customer Development Manager, Menards & Jetro (Rosemont, IL, US)
Rosemont or New York City or Newark
$110k-$155k/yrHybridFull Time
Colgate-PalmoliveNYSE: CL: Manufactures and sells oral, personal, home, and pet care.
5+ YOEDrive sales with retailers Menards and Jetro; develop strategies, negotiate contracts, forecast, manage spend and P&L; collaborate cross-functionally; 5+ years in sales/category; strong analytics.
Engineering and Facilities Category Manager Services Manager
Chicago or Illinois or United States
OnsiteFull Time
InfosysNYSE: INFY: Provides IT consulting, software development, and business outsourcing services.
4+ YOEBachelor's degree or equivalent, minimum 4 years relevant experience; develop category strategies, lead RFP/RFQ events, negotiate contracts; professional procurement certifications preferred; must have US work authorization without sponsorship.
Regional Deli Business Development Manager (Austin, MN preferred)
Austin or Chicago or Eden Prairie or Bethlehem or Bedminster
$106k-$148k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Hormel FoodsNYSE: HRL: Global manufacturer of branded meat and food products.
3+ YOEBachelor's degree or equivalent, 3+ years commercial experience in sales/category management, strong analytics, Microsoft Office proficiency, retail customer and RFP experience, excellent communication and presentation skills.
Kraft HeinzNASDAQ: KHC: Manufacturer and global marketer of food and beverage products.
6+ YOEBachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Business,6+ years finance experience with forecasting/planning,advanced Microsoft Excel and modeling,ERP familiarity (SAP/Oracle),strong cross-functional communication and people development skills.
Product Manager - Strategic Vendor & New Product Development
East Windsor or Batavia or Garner
$155k-$180k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Parksite: Wholesale distributor of specialty building products for construction markets.
10+ YOEBachelor's degree in business, supply chain, marketing, operations or related (MBA preferred); 10+ years in vendor/portfolio/product/category management; strong negotiation, strategic, and cross-functional leadership skills; domestic travel ~30–40%; able to pass drug screen/physical/background and authorized to work in the U.S.
CapgeminiEuronext Paris: CAP: Provides global IT consulting and digital transformation services.
2+ YOEBachelor's degree plus 2 years IT/engineering or IT-related consulting experience (or any bachelor + 3 years). Must have 1 year experience with 4 tools/technologies across listed categories (with at least 2 from one category).
IngredionNYSE: INGR: Produces plant-based ingredients like starches, sweeteners, and proteins.
8+ YOE8–12+ years in category/marketing leadership, preferably in B2B food ingredients; experience with new category development, growth initiatives, and sales collaboration.