LaSalle Network is hiring for a Supply Planning and Category Manager to lead strategic supply planning for a fast-paced, global supply chain. This is more than a planning role—it’s a leadership opportunity that puts you at the intersection of vendor relations, cross-functional collaboration, and real-time impact. Based in a dynamic work environment, this role requires sharp problem-solving skills, confident communication, and the ability to thrive under pressure.
We're looking for someone who can manage high-level supplier relationships, drive operational excellence, and elevate supply chain strategy through data, systems, and people. This role plays a critical part in shaping how product gets to market—and how we stay ahead of the curve while doing it.
Supply Planning and Category Manager Responsibilities:
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Manage key supplier relationships and serve as a primary point of contact for vendors and stakeholders
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Develop and execute short- and long-term supply strategies based on forecasts and capacity
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Oversee inventory levels and replenishment plans to ensure product availability
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Own supply planning participation in S&OP and align planning with business goals
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Lead the adoption of planning technology tools and ensure process integration
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Represent the planning function in external and internal business meetings
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Collaborate with business management teams to define KPIs and improve performance
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Managing a team and building out KPIs for their success
Category Manager Requirements:
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10 years of experience in supply planning or category management
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Proven experience managing the end-to-end supply planning process or a full product category
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Prior experience in a customer-facing role, specifically managing vendors
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Experience managing a team, including coaching, development, and performance oversight
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Food industry or category management experience is a plus
Take your next step in a role where leadership, innovation, and execution intersect.
If you are interested and qualified for this role, please apply!
Thank you,
Imaan Khan
Senior Project Manager, Supply Chain
LaSalle Network
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LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.
LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here.
