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Position Summary
Category Manager is responsible for coordinating with cross-functional teams to develop spend analysis and category strategies. The G&A Category Manager is responsible for overseeing multiple categories, including but not limited to Legal, Facilities and FP&A.
Responsibilities
Strategy and Planning
• Develops and executes a company-wide sourcing strategy
• Provides input and expertise on the selection and management of vendors
Technical Performance
• Generates cost savings by developing and executing sourcing strategies, negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships
• Identifies industry and supplier trends
• Supports the management of vendor performance
• Improves globally consistent sourcing standards, policies and procedures
Customer Focus
• Supports management of relationships with key strategic vendors and oversees complex supplier negotiations, e.g., with general contractors
• Interfaces with senior stakeholders, including the procurement and business leadership, reporting progress and providing advice
People Management
• Works closely with the Procurement Operations to improve the timeliness and efficiency of data gathering and reporting processes
• Supports management of the sourcing process to ensure strong team performance against business priorities (e.g., strategic KPIs, savings targets)
• Develops team members to build capabilities and prepare them for career progression
Qualifications and Skills Required
• Bachelor’s degree. MBA preferred
• 6+ years in Procurement, including leadership roles
• Demonstrated success at driving cost savings and/or meeting other key business priorities
• Ability to solve complex business problems by breaking down problems strategically
• Demonstrated strength in partnering with and influencing senior leadership
• Proven ability to build, manage and foster a productive, collaborative team environment and develop team members
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Strategy and Planning
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