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Senior IT Category Manager
West Virginia, United States of America
Full Time
1 week ago
$129,000 USD
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Key skills
Leadership
Project Management
Communication
Negotiation
About this role
Role Overview
Develop strategic approaches for indirect procurement categories across IT Shared Services
Build category strategies using business needs, market insights, spend baselines, and benchmarking
Research, select, develop, and maintain sources of supply ensuring optimal quality, service, and cost
Develop negotiation strategies and successfully lead technology contract negotiations
Monitor contract usage and vendor adherence and implement cost optimization improvements
Manage post-award performance including license usage vs. purchase volume
Track SLA performance and escalate gaps with suppliers
Lead risk assessments and continuity planning for technology categories
Support supplier network health and enable long-term partnership resilience
Conduct annual supplier business reviews
Collaborate with stakeholders to improve cost, supply continuity, risk, and innovation
Provide input on contracts (terms, indemnification, IP, etc.)
Forecast pricing and availability for IT categories and communication insights to leadership
Ensure compliance with corporate policies and government regulations
Promote a collaborative, respectful environment and communicate clearly and transparently
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in business or related discipline
7+ years of procurement experience with demonstrated expertise in technology categories
Strong negotiation, supplier management, financial acumen, and analytical skills
Ability to thrive in lean, evolving environments undergoing change
Industry-agnostic; consulting backgrounds welcome
Very strong negotiation skills
Experience in strategic sourcing of indirect materials and IT/IT Professional Services
Commercial awareness beyond procurement
Strong quantitative, cost modeling, and data analysis skills
Strong supplier relationship management skills
Strong communication, leadership, and project management abilities
Change agent capable of influencing cross-functional teams
Financial acumen including TCO and business case development
Builder mindset and ability to operate in ambiguity
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision care coverage
Paid time off plan
401(k) Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Basic life insurance
Short-and long-term disability coverage
Accident insurance
Teammate Assistance Program
Paid parental leave
Domestic partner benefits
Mental, physical, and financial well-being programs
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