Category Manager IS and Corporate Services Procurement
Brief Description
The Procurement Category Manager is responsible for:
Manage and oversee spend across the Information Systems (IS) / Information Technology (IT) and Corporate Services categories, including HR services, Travel, Facilities Management, Marketing Services, and other Corporate Services, while supporting a broad base of business partners through relationship management and identifying strategic business opportunities.
Develop and implement procurement processes and strategies to ensure that procurement operations run effectively, achieve organizational goals/performance KPI’s, and ensure quality programs/services to our members and customers.
Support ongoing supplier management efforts
Coordinate with suppliers and internal resources to drive continuous improvement
Model key behavioral and performance attributes that guide CAP employees including the Leadership Values of Partnership, Respect, Accountability, Communication and Excellence.
Embrace, encourage, and model inclusive leadership with a focus on Belonging and Inclusion in all hiring and staff decisions.
Specific Duties
Primary duties and responsibilities:
Develop, implement, and have full accountability for category management strategies across the corresponding spend in scope
Develop, implement, and drive strategic sourcing initiatives to support the category management process
Identify continuous improvement opportunities
Maintain optimal pricing and services through review of competitive landscape, industry norms, and negotiation of contract terms
Assist contract managers and procurement business partners to ensure contract processes meet business needs through quality assessments, process audits and stakeholder feedback.
Seek new opportunities and analyze risk for effective procurement and expense reductions. This may include reducing the cost of goods and services, incorporating new technology or improvement/efficiencies in supply base
Negotiate with suppliers and resolve issues
Work cross functionally with business partners across the organization to elevate the member/customer experience
Promote a team approach and a critical thinking environment to facilitate problem solving, empower staff, and inspire trust.
Knowledge/Skills Required/Preferred
Personal:
Solid knowledge of Strategic Sourcing process
Solid Knowledge of Category Management and Category strategy development
Excellent communication skills, ability to partner effectively and efficiently across the organization
Strong organizational and leadership skills
Ability to identify, navigate, and influence organizational direction
Strategic and robust leader, analytical/critical thinker, and problem solver
Excellent internal and external negotiation skills
Strong business acumen with ability to explain procurement results and variations to non-procurement audiences
In-depth hands-on knowledge of IS/IT and Corporate Services spend, including HR services, Travel, Facilities Management, Marketing Services and other Corporate Services.
Professional:
5-10 years of combined experience in procurement, category management, and strategic sourcing, preferably across IS/IT and other indirect goods and services
5 years of experience managing complex indirect spend, including IS/IT and Corporate Services categories
Ability to recognize and handle confidential information
Resource allocation and project management
Business acumen in judgment and decision making
Strong customer service orientation including issue resolution and supplier relationship management skills
Technical:
PC based software applications, including ERP systems
In-depth knowledge of eSourcing tools capabilities and daily operations
Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree required in Finance, Business, Purchasing or Operations, related field
CPSM certification or equivalent preferred
Additional Criteria
Travel required when necessary; expected 5% - 10%
Candidates must reside within 75-miles of Northfield, IL and meet in office requirements.
Salary: $87,000 - $111,000