Category Management Senior Manager

At Freddie Mac, our mission of Making Home Possible is what motivates us, and it’s at the core of everything we do. Since our charter in 1970, we have made home possible for more than 90 million families across the country. Join an organization where your work contributes to a greater purpose.

Lead a team of category specialists to implement and mature the category management approach beyond sourcing and negotiating contracts to establishing a proactive, strategic approach to managing the IT Infrastructure category space (credit reporting companies, data centers, data information services, end‑user devices, hardware, networking, and telecom).

Oversee and manage the development and implementation of strategies for procurement of IT Infrastructure initiatives, formulating goals, objectives, and timelines. Collaborate with business unit management in understanding requirements, analyzing market and industry conditions, and develop and execute value‑add category strategies to procure IT Infrastructure goods and services in a manner best suited to achieve corporate business objectives.

Lead supplier relationship management to monitor and improve supplier performance with key supplier partner and to identify and implement opportunities to innovate and drive continuous improvement.

Be a proactive leader that is solution‑oriented to collaborate across multiple business divisions and functions to optimize how the Source to Contract process is executed and enable strategic value.

Freddie Mac’s charter states that we will “provide liquidity, stability and affordability to the housing market.” We interpret that mission expansively to meet the country’s broader housing needs and Make Home Possible for millions of renters and borrowers across the nation in both good and challenging times.

This role represents the organization as the principal customer contact on IT Infrastructure Category Management needs. The individual interacts with a variety of Freddie Mac and supplier stakeholders at all levels across all major Freddie Mac divisions and functions as it relates to the needs of the organization and frequently requires coordination and strong collaboration, influencing, and team‑building skills to achieve desired outcomes.

The role has a direct impact on the G&A of Freddie Mac by contributing to the overall value proposition for the IT Infrastructure Category Management space. This is a highly visible role in the Freddie Mac organization which will provide the candidate immediate impact to the success of Freddie Mac’s mission of "Make Home Possible."

• College Degree or equivalent experience; advanced studies/degree preferred
• Typically has 10+ years of related work experience

Deep Category Knowledge
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• Understand the specific market, trends, and dynamics of IT Infrastructure
• Stay informed about supplier capabilities, innovations, and risks
• Ability to create and implement category strategies that add value

Strategic Sourcing
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• Develop and implement sourcing strategies that align with organizational goals
• Focus on cost reduction, quality improvement, and supplier relationship management

Analytical Skills
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• Use data analysis to identify opportunities for savings and efficiency
• Monitor market trends and supplier performance through key performance indicators (KPIs)

Negotiation Skills
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• Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with suppliers.
• Build strong relationships to ensure collaboration and long‑term partnerships.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration
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• Work closely with other departments such as finance, operations, and legal to ensure alignment and support.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between stakeholders.

Risk Management
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• Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with regulations and organizational policies

Technology Utilization
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• Leverage procurement technology and tools to enhance efficiency and transparency
• Stay updated on digital advancements in procurement systems

Leadership and Influence
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• Lead and motivate cross‑functional teams to achieve procurement objectives
• Influence decision‑making at…