Category Manager

Job Description

Develop and execute strategic sourcing activities for an assigned sub-category or small product categories in support of organizational growth and strategies.

Develop and execute strategic sourcing activities for an assigned sub-category or small product categories in support of organizational growth and strategies.

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Contracting

No

Five years of indirect expense, and/or concession contracting/procurement experience, and/or government contracting officer experience.

Or

Bachelor's degree in business, procurement, or related field and three years experience in indirect expense, and/or concession contracting/procurement experience, and/or government contracting officer experience.

Associate must complete all required training and be otherwise fully qualified to obtain contracting officer authority certification within 12 months of selection.

• BACHELORS DEGREE
  - Preferred

• BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
  - Preferred
• BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
  - Preferred
• SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
  - Preferred

PCS Not Authorized/Lump Sum relocation payment of ($15,000) May be Authorized

Work – Onsite (HQ – Dallas, Texas)

Remote/Telework not authorized per Presidential Memorandum “Return to In Person Work"

• This position will support sourcing, contracting, and category management activities for IT contracts such as Software, Hardware, or Professional Services.
• Primary focus will be on RFP execution, supplier negotiations, and contract support.
• Professional services RFP experience for professional services (e.g., consulting, IT services, managed services, Hardware/Software agreements) is preferred.
• Direct supplier negotiation experience with ability to discuss negotiated terms (pricing, rate cards, SOWs, amendments, SLAs).
• Demonstrated experience supporting or leading RFPs, supplier negotiations, and contract execution with IT Software, Hardware, or Professional Services suppliers in like industry.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with procurement and contract management tools preferred.
• Strong negotiation and commercial acumen.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail with a compliance-focused mindset.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating cross-functionally

Under general supervision, implement routine to moderately complex category management and strategic sourcing methodologies.

Provide insight and recommendations to optimize new product introductions. Leverage market and customer data to identify new opportunities, reduce costs, and enhance value.

Conduct spend analyses to optimize procurement activities ensuring spend is aligned with category management plans.

Serve as a subject matter expert for internal business units. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes.

Contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of category management processes, tools, and best practices. Share insights and improvements across the procurement team to drive efficiency and effectiveness.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Management

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