Technology Category Manager

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Category Manager, Technology to oversee sourcing and procurement of technology-related goods and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage category strategies and sourcing plans for technology and IT contracts
• Lead RFx processes, vendor evaluations, and contract negotiations for IT spend
• Conduct spend and market analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and manage supplier risk

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or vendor management with a focus on IT categories
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing contract terms for enterprise software and technology vendors
• Working knowledge of IT concepts such as cloud infrastructure, software licensing, and SaaS models
• Experience supporting sourcing strategies and RFx processes in a mid-to-large organization