Senior Analyst, Sourcing Category Management; Enterprise​/Platform

Our client, a leading retailer, is seeking a Senior Analyst, Sourcing Category Management (Process Improvement) to join their team. As a Senior Analyst, Sourcing Category Management (Process Improvement), you will be part of the Procurement and Sourcing department supporting IT services sourcing initiatives. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, proactive communication, and a collaborative mindset, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Senior Analyst, Sourcing Category Management (Enterprise Applications/Platform)

Location: Remote (Supporting EST Hours)

Pay: $55-60/hr

• Support the execution of sourcing strategies for IT infrastructure categories to optimize costs and enhance supplier relationships.
• Assist in developing award optimization scenarios to minimize total cost of ownership.
• Conduct supplier and stakeholder inquiries related to category, supply, pricing, and specifications.
• Support sourcing events, contract administration, and supplier analysis activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze spend data and identify cost-saving opportunities.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience supporting IT services sourcing, sourcing or related procurement activities.
• Understanding of enterprise software and platform ecosystems.
• Experience negotiating and managing large-scale technology agreements with significant spend levels.
• Strong IT sourcing and vendor management background.
• Familiarity with cloud technologies, infrastructure, storage, and data warehousing solutions.
• Knowledge of sourcing processes, RFP support, contract handling, and spend analysis.
• Experience with sourcing tools and supplier relationship management.
• Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to synthesize data into actionable insights.

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative environment.
• Engagement in impactful sourcing projects that drive organizational savings.
• Collaborative team culture that values diversity and professional growth.
• Flexible remote work arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Potential for career development within a global organization.

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

Manpower Group® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills.

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