Senior Category Manager
Encore GlobalIllinois, United States
Posted January 29, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Encore Global is a full‑service event production company with over 80 years of industry experience, delivering more than 350,000 events annually across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and Asia Pacific. The company specializes in event technology, rigging infrastructure, production, and creative services, blending technical expertise with a commitment to exceptional client service. Encore’s global footprint and integrated solutions enable seamless execution of large‑scale conferences, concerts, and corporate events. Recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® in 2025 and a Certified Great Place to Work™ for three consecutive years, Encore’s culture of collaboration and innovation distinguishes it in the event industry.
Job Description
The Senior Category Manager is responsible for managing a spend portfolio to develop and maintain category strategy, leading direct reports, and coordinating with global Procurement teams. This role requires strategic relationships with suppliers, leading procurement projects, and providing expert advice to the C-level community and business stakeholders.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree
- MBA or advanced degree in related discipline preferred
- CPM or CPSM preferred
- 7+ years of Category Management experience
- Proven ability to connect ideas, events, and circumstances to find category management solutions
- Flexible approaches to achieving category management results in dynamic situations
- Skilled in change adoption, change management, and resource assessment
- Ability to work independently, energetic and self-motivated
- Strong analytical and financial skills
- Strong oral and written communication
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Power Point, Project, Excel and or Access
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Benefits package
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
