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Category Manager, IT Hardware Compute, GPO

Google
Chicago, USA
Manager · 7+ years experience
Onsite
USD 136000-196000 / year
Discovered 2 days ago

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Responsibilities

  • Support the development and execution of category strategies aligned with organizational objectives for assigned indirect spend categories.
  • Build and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure quality service delivery and alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Facilitate the execution of sourcing strategies, RFx processes, negotiations, and supplier evaluations within designated categories.
  • Analyze spending patterns, market trends, and identify value opportunities within the category.
  • Evaluate procurement data, generate reports, and provide insights to support decision-making and performance evaluation within the category.

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field,or equivalent practical experience.
  • 7 years of experience in sourcing, category management, or procurement roles, with a focus on managing indirect spend categories, with experience within IT-related categories.
  • 4 years of experience in logistics and supply chain, working with distributors, resellers or OEMs.
  • Experience with contracts, RFx processes, negotiations, and supplier evaluations within the IT Hardware categories (i.e. Workstations, Desktops, Laptops, etc.).

Preferred qualifications:

  • Advanced degree or certifications in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
  • Experience in developing and managing key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure category performance and track progress towards strategic goals.
  • Familiarity with with AI engines, experience in automating tasks, utilize AI tools to improve effectiveness.
  • Proficiency in analyzing procurement data and market intelligence for current trends, utilize best practices in benchmarking to ensure we maximize value.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead strategic projects or initiatives aimed at improving procurement processes, implementing new strategies, or driving innovation within the category.

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