Sr. Category Manager

• Develop and execute the real estate and facilities management category strategy overseeing the third-party provider relationship for lease administration project management and facilities management across the portfolio of offices showrooms and owned manufacturing sites.
• Own the utilities management category including sourcing strategy contract management cost oversight and performance tracking for utility services across the network.
• Manage the day-to-day relationship and overall performance of the outsourced real estate/facilities services provider holding the partner accountable to SLAs KPIs and cost targets.
• Partner with plant leadership finance and workplace stakeholders to align real estate facilities and utilities strategy with business needs and growth plans.
• Provide oversight of lease administration activities including lease renewals terminations and portfolio optimization decisions across owned and leased sites.
• Oversee capital and facilities project execution delivered through the third-party provider ensuring projects are completed on time on budget and to specification.
• Develop and manage category KPIs (cost service quality safety) and supplier scorecards for real estate facilities and utilities performance.
• Identify and implement creative cost-effective solutions to real estate facilities and utilities challenges across a diverse portfolio spanning office showroom and manufacturing environments.
• Conduct regular business reviews with the service provider and key utility partners to drive continuous improvement and resolve performance gaps.
• Analyze real estate construction and utilities/energy market dynamics to anticipate cost and risk changes developing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Measure and report category performance establishing baseline benchmarks and tracking savings service levels and delivery improvements.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements related to real estate services facilities management and utilities to secure long-term value and mitigate risk.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and communicator to executive stakeholders translating complex real estate and facilities issues into clear actionable recommendations.

• Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain Finance Engineering or related fields.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in procurement or strategic sourcing with a preferred focus in the real estate management facilities management or utilities management space.
• Strong communicator and collaborator with executive presence; able to influence and build trust with senior stakeholders across the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and develop creative practical solutions to complex operational challenges.
• Experience managing third-party service providers or outsourced vendor relationships.
• Proven ability to manage multiple geographically dispersed sites and projects concurrently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication negotiation and presentation skills.
• Results-oriented analytical and capable of driving measurable outcomes.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote capacity.

• Experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Experience with utilities/energy sourcing and management.
• Working knowledge or related experience in the real estate management services sector with a focus on 3rd party vendor relationship management and/or facilities management
• Ability to travel as needed to support portfolio sites.

What We Offer

• A commitment that Safety is #1

• Competitive benefits pay and retirement plan options!

• Career growth stability and flexible work arrangements.

Responsible Manufacturing Protecting Our Planet for the Future

• We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.

• We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.

• We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.

Who we are:

With a history of more than 140 years Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sport surface solutions generating turnover of 3.3 billion in 2025. The Group has close to 12000 employees 25 R&D centers 8 recycling centers and 33 production sites. Tarkett creates and manufactures solutions for hospitals schools housing hotels offices stores and sports fields serving customers in over 100 countries. To build The Way to Better Floors the Group is committed to circular economy and sustainability in line with its Tarkett HumanConscious Design approach.

Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.