This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Category Manager, IT based in United States.
This role offers the opportunity to lead strategic technology procurement initiatives and drive measurable business value through effective category management.
You will oversee complex IT spend portfolios, including cloud platforms, software, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and technology services.
The position combines strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, data analysis, and stakeholder collaboration.
You will work closely with business leaders to identify savings opportunities, optimize procurement strategies, and reduce supply risks.
As a key contributor to procurement operations, you will influence technology investments and support long-term organizational goals.
This is an impactful role for a strategic thinker who thrives in a collaborative, data-driven environment.
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Category Manager, IT based in United States.
This role offers the opportunity to lead strategic technology procurement initiatives and drive measurable business value through effective category management.
You will oversee complex IT spend portfolios, including cloud platforms, software, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and technology services.
The position combines strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, data analysis, and stakeholder collaboration.
You will work closely with business leaders to identify savings opportunities, optimize procurement strategies, and reduce supply risks.
As a key contributor to procurement operations, you will influence technology investments and support long-term organizational goals.
This is an impactful role for a strategic thinker who thrives in a collaborative, data-driven environment.
Accountabilities:
- Manage strategic procurement categories across technology portfolios, including cloud services, SaaS platforms, enterprise software, cybersecurity, infrastructure, AI platforms, IT services, and AV solutions.
- Conduct portfolio analysis to identify financial opportunities, value creation initiatives, supply risks, and market trends.
- Develop and implement category strategies aligned with organizational goals and procurement objectives.
- Analyze spend data to identify pricing inconsistencies, cost optimization opportunities, consolidation strategies, and demand management initiatives.
- Engage with stakeholders to understand business needs and develop procurement solutions that support operational goals.
- Manage supplier relationships, evaluate supplier performance, and address service delivery or contract compliance issues.
- Oversee contract lifecycle activities, including renewals, compliance management, and supplier negotiations.
- Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and competitive pricing analyses for technology categories.
- Develop reports, dashboards, and insights to support procurement decisions and business planning.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders to drive procurement effectiveness.
- Manage and develop procurement team members, providing leadership, guidance, and professional growth opportunities.
- Bachelor’s degree required; degree focus in Finance, Economics, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
- 5+ years of procurement experience, including strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and stakeholder engagement.
- Experience managing technology procurement categories or IT-related spend is highly preferred.
- Experience with eProcurement technologies and procurement operations.
- Strong ability to perform data-driven category analysis, including spend analysis, market research, and supplier evaluation.
- Demonstrated ability to create and execute category strategies and identify business value opportunities.
- Experience managing contract lifecycles, compliance processes, and supplier performance.
- Strong understanding of procurement processes, including purchasing and accounts payable operations.
- Ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all organizational levels, including executive leadership.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
- Experience using data visualization and analytics tools such as Tableau or similar platforms.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to align procurement strategies with financial and departmental objectives.
- Experience managing procurement professionals is a plus.
- Professional certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, or IT-specific credentials like CSAM are desirable.
- Competitive annual base salary range of approximately $120,000 - $140,000 USD, depending on experience, skills, education, and market considerations.
- Opportunity to lead high-impact technology procurement initiatives.
- Collaborative environment with exposure to strategic business decisions.
- Professional growth opportunities through leadership responsibilities and cross-functional projects.
- Opportunity to work with innovative technology categories and supplier ecosystems.
- Commitment to workplace inclusion, equal opportunity, and employee development.
The Category Manager, IT will be responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies across technology-related spend categories while ensuring alignment with business objectives. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, supplier management expertise, and the ability to build effective partnerships with stakeholders and internal teams.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate brings strong procurement experience, strategic sourcing expertise, and the ability to manage complex technology categories while building trusted relationships across the organization.