Category Manager- Technology
A Day in the Life
The Category Manager- Technology will drive strategic sourcing and category management across its technology spend. This role partners with key stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, and manage critical supplier relationships. Success in this role is measured by delivering cost savings, strong supplier performance, effective contract management, and high stakeholder satisfaction—while optimizing technology investments to support business growth.
What You’ll Do
- Design and execute category projects, including but not limited to: strategy development, benchmarking, supplier negotiation, SOW/SLA development, award recommendation, business case presentation, risk management assessment and contract negotiation
- Organize and establish multi-national category strategies with international Procurement resources by utilizing strong analytical skills to develop end to end category strategies and challenge the way products and services are currently sourced
- Prepare and execute RFP’s, review and analyze results, negotiate with suppliers, prepare business case recommendations, and lead the implementation of projects
- Partner with suppliers and cross-functional team to develop multi-year pipeline of cost savings ideas to ensure sustainable achievement of cost goals for assigned category(s)
- Develop, negotiate, oversee, and manage supplier contracts, aligning them with legal requirements and stakeholder/business needs
- Partner with P2P Enablement team supporting the implementation of new P2P processes with the supply base
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree and/or 5+ years related work experience to include successful category management experience with a large enterprise required
- Deep understanding of technology categories such as Cloud, Enterprise Software, Hardware, Network Services and Consulting
- Experience drafting and negotiating large contracts, including identifying appropriate SLAs, identifying risks, etc.
- Strong knowledge of procurement sourcing process and category strategy development
- Experience with Oracle Cloud Fusion or similar ERP system
- Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and writing skills, with the ability to engage at all levels within the organization, including senior management, as well as with suppliers
- Results-oriented, team player with excellent analytical, process, and problem-solving skills, the ability to start and finish tasks with minimal management oversight, and a positive attitude
- Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
- Handle multiple assignments and achieve goals and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
What’s In It For You
- Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental & Vision plan options
- Retailer Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching
- Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program for employees & family
- Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching
- Education Reimbursement & Discounts
- Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness
- Perks & Discounts –Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more
About Us
The Hertz Corporation operates the Hertz, Dollar Car Rental, Thrifty Car Rental brands in approximately 9,700 corporate and franchisee locations throughout North America, Europe, The Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is one of the most recognized in the world.
US EEO STATEMENT
At Hertz, we champion and celebrate a culture of diversity and inclusion. We take affirmative steps to promote employment and advancement opportunities. The endless variety of perspectives, experiences, skills and talents that our employees invest in their work every day represent a significant part of our culture – and our success and reputation as a company. Individuals are encouraged to apply for positions because of the characteristics that make them unique. EOE, including disability/veteran