Senior Category Manager

Job Summary

Driving global category strategies, the remote Senior Category Manager - Indirect Categories will manage complex sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations across a diverse portfolio, focusing on cost optimization and procurement transformation while collaborating with senior stakeholders in various departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies in alignment with business objectives and future needs
• Lead strategic sourcing processes, including supplier evaluations and negotiations of commercial agreements
• Manage supplier relationships and performance through scorecards and business reviews

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management in large organizations
• Demonstrated experience in sourcing across Advertising & Marketing, Technology, and Benefits categories
• Proven success in negotiating complex commercial agreements in various environments
• Strong financial and analytical skills, with advanced proficiency in Excel
• Experience leveraging AI-enabled tools for procurement productivity and spend analysis