IT Category Manager - Software & SaaS

About the role

Shape the Future with Us. At Lubrizol, we’re bringing to life the chemistry behind clean water, efficient transportation, reliable infrastructure, critical medicines, and the products people rely on every day through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage IT Software and Digital Services categories within a regional and global matrix organization.
• Develop and execute strategic category plans aligned with business and procurement objectives.
• Lead commercial negotiations for software agreements, including pricing models, renewals, license true-ups, and service-level agreements.
• Drive value through cost optimization, demand management, and application rationalization.
• Track and report key performance indicators related to cost savings, compliance, supplier performance, and risk mitigation.
• Identify and mitigate supplier, contractual, cybersecurity, and financial risks.
• Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships and governance models.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, Finance, Legal, and Information Security partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of procurement or sourcing experience.
• Experience managing IT software or indirect spend categories.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively across regions and cultures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital procurement tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or Master of Business Administration (MBA).
• Experience sourcing software-as-a-service, cloud, or enterprise software.
• Knowledge of software licensing models.
• SAP or enterprise resource planning experience.
• Advanced sourcing or negotiation training.
• Spanish/Bilingual written and speaking.

Work Environment

Your Work Environment At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work—whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate personal protective equipment provided
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401(k) match plus age-weighted defined contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
• Flexible work environment
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career and professional growth
• Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement