Category Manager

Pavion Connects and Protects by providing innovative fire, security, and communication integration solutions to customers across 70+ U.S. locations and 22 countries. We bring industry-leading expertise to clients in enterprise, healthcare, education, government, data center, and retail industries.

As a global leader, Pavion specializes in the design, installation, service, and maintenance of cutting-edge fire alarm systems, critical communications, video surveillance, access control, and advanced AV technologies. Our mission is to bring clarity and transformation to safety, security, and communication through integral technology and radical service.

With a commitment to safety, reliability, and operational excellence, Pavion ensures scalable, future-ready solutions tailored to meet and exceed our clients' needs. Learn more at www.pavion.com

Pavion and our family of companies are seeking a talented and motivated Category Manager to support our shared services team.

• Will manage Pavion International purchasing operations, with future growth into other divisions
• Interface between PMs & Sales Teams and Procurement Buyers to ensure accuracy of BOMs, requisitions, etc.
• Will engage vendors for best pricing on high-dollar projects
• Will provide oversight for international buyers
• Oversee buildout and maintenance of International Item Master, in conjunction with US-based team
• Will interface with International Vendors for agreements, amendments to US agreements & will coordinate with Product and Procurement Teams to engage contractually with each
• Will track international relationships: agreement status, spend, contacts, etc.
• Resolve invoicing issues & PO mismatches
• Develop internal Sage processes and workflow to mirror US-based system

• Prior purchasing experience is a must
• Experience with SAGE or similar ERP systems
• Experience & familiarity with systems & materials for electronic security, fire alarm, video conferencing, nurse call, access control, CCTV and other industry products strongly encouraged
• Must be able to work with a shared services team with both individual and group responsibilities
• Strong communication skills are a must
• Ability to interface with multiple internal & external teams

Disclaimer: This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not be construed as a contract for employment.

Pavion is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.