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Asset Living is a third-party management firm and a proven partner in fostering thriving communities nationwide. Founded in 1986, Asset Living has decades of experience delivering exceptional value to our partners. Since the beginning, our undeniable passion has driven our organic growth from a small property management firm to one of the most trusted allies in real estate. Asset Living's growing portfolio includes a multitude of properties across the country that span the multifamily, single-family home rentals, affordable housing, build-to-rent, active adult, and student housing divisions.   

Asset Living is a fast-growing company made up of talented individuals from diverse backgrounds that differentiate us and help us drive innovation and results for our clients and communities across the US. At Asset Living, we wholeheartedly believe 'Together We Lead, Together We Succeed’. We empower each other to lead by example, collaborate, and evolve – inspired by our belief that we can continually improve as individuals and as an organization. Together, we create an environment where every voice is heard, every idea is valued, and every individual experiences opportunities to grow as our company grows. When you join Asset Living, you become part of a dynamic team that thrives on unity, unique talents, and a universal culture of winning.    

Recognized as one of the nation's Best and Brightest Places to Work and ranked in the NMHC top 50 professionals, join Asset Living because of its reputation as the most trusted partner in real estate, workplace culture, and growth opportunities. Asset Living is a member of The Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) and is recognized as an Accredited Management Organization (AMO). Together, we lead the way, and together, we achieve excellence in all that we do. Join a workplace where success is a collective journey and leadership is a shared responsibility.  

Category Manager – Corporate Services

Asset Living is seeking a strategic and results-driven Category Manager to lead procurement efforts across a broad set of categories in support of our properties. This role will lead the sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management across key spending areas. Example sub-categories may include Waste Management, Security Services, Flooring, etc. depending on team alignment and needs. The ideal candidate will bring deep category expertise, strong vendor relationships, and a passion for driving operational excellence and cost savings.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Develop and execute category strategies for services and supplies.
Lead Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and contract negotiations with
suppliers and service providers.
Analyze spending data and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Collaborate with property operations teams to understand needs and ensure supplier performance.
Manage supplier relationships, including performance reviews and compliance monitoring.
Ensure alignment with company policies, legal requirements, and risk management standards.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field; MBA or CPM/CPSM preferred.
5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or category management, preferably within the Facilities Management categories with exposure to the Property Management Industry.
Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management skills.
Proficiency in procurement systems and tools.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

This job description should not be considered all-inclusive. It is merely a guide of expected duties. The employee understands that the job description is neither complete nor permanent and may be modified at any time. At the request of their supervisor, an employee may be asked to perform additional duties or take on additional responsibilities without notice. This is a safety-sensitive position and may be subject to additional compliance requirements.

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