Sr. Category Manager - IT
Align Technology · San Jose, CA · 2 days ago
On-siteMarketing$135k–$185k/yrFull-time
About the role
This position is ideal for mid-level sourcing/procurement professionals to join the Indirect Sourcing team as a Sr. Category Manager – IT, leading RFPs and negotiating best in class terms for SaaS, Hardware, and Telecom.
Responsibilities
- Identify business partner priorities and requirements
- Shape category strategies in alignment with the business partner priorities, requirements, and company growth objectives
- Manage business partner relationships
- Execute sourcing engagements
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
- Understand market trends and gather insights
- Manage key supplier relationships
- Monitor supplier spend and compliance to contract metrics
- Continuously develop yourself and coach others
Requirements
- 6+ years IT Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, and/or Supplier Management experience
- Experience in the Medical Devices, Manufacturing, High Tech, or Management Consulting industry a plus
- Effective communication and data interpretation skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Comfort and experience in developing and defining process, versus following process
- To be a self-starter and independent thinker
- Experience with cross-functional teams
- Effective project and time management skills
- Global experience a plus
Pay
Compensation: $134,800 - $185,300 / year