Understanding needs and requirements of internal stakeholders on current and future spend for the IT/IS category
Partnering with internal stakeholders to define category strategy, and approach to leveraging spend across the functional organizations
Coordinating with all business units, business owners and other functional organizations to ensure on time delivery, cost expectations and inventory targets
Developing and managing supplier relationships, metrics and performance
Providing market intelligence
Leading supplier negotiations including RFP/RFQ processes, contract management, and long term strategic negotiations to obtain maximum value proposition and meeting savings targets
Recognizing and understanding supply risk to the organization, work with suppliers and internal stakeholder to resolve or suggest alternative solutions.

BS/MS degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or Industrial Engineering
3-5 years of relevant experience within the IT/IS field
Technical background a plus
Familiarity with Service Agreements, SOWs and general legal terms
Strong analytical/negotiation skills and proven track record in Supplier Management and negotiations
Good problem solving and analytical skills with ability to handle multiple tasks at once and switch between strategic and detail-oriented thinking
Flexibility to adapt to dynamic and rapidly changing environments
Effective Communicator with the ability to work in a team environment and build strong relationships internally including cross functional and cross site collaboration
Commitment to learn and develop new skills
Understanding of cost modeling and business financial acumen preferred
Experience with SAP or Oracle as MRP system preferred
Strong IT skills
High Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint required.
Experience in Semiconductor industry a plus.

Senior Category Manager, IT

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