Category Manager

Category Manager - IT Software Hybrid in Philadelphia, PA or Baltimore, MD Salary range: $90,000-$120,000 + 15% bonus A leading utilities company with over 10 million customers is looking for a Senior IT Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing efforts for their software spend. The Category Manager will cover large software contracts of $1M+. They will also develop category strategy and manage daily supplier relationships with large organizations. This is an opportunity to build a career with one of the nations leading employers. The Category Manager will have the following responsibilities: Develop sourcing strategies for the software category and lead sourcing initiatives. Own the software category and act as a subject matter expert and primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. Maintain and grow supplier relationships and lead supplier development programs. Perform risk analysis for the software category and design risk mitigation strategies. Follow the 7-step sourcing method Lead negotiations for the software category with new vendors Identify and implement strategic sourcing and category management best practices. Track market data to maintain knowledge on the software category The ideal candidate will have the following skill set: Bachelors degree required Experience working with software vendors Strategic mindset Go getter attitude Experience managing supplier relationships

Created: 2024-11-07