Strategic Sourcing Technology Category Manager

• Negotiate technology-focused contracts covering Software, SaaS, Hardware, and Professional Services
• Mitigate business, financial, legal, reputational, and technical risk through contracting
• Establish and maintain mutually beneficial long‑term relationships with key technology vendors
• Lead and provide oversight to cross‑functional teams throughout the sourcing process
• Manage technology categories to optimize Securian Financial spend while meeting or exceeding client needs
• Drive alignment with enterprise‑wide goals and key business outcomes
• Support technology transformation initiatives using a relationship‑first approach
• Lead technology sourcing, contracting, category management, and vendor management activities

• Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience with contract law, compliance, and assessing and mitigating risk
• 2–3 years’ experience with project management
• Experience negotiating mutually beneficial vendor partnerships
• Demonstrated skill in data-driven analysis, creative problem solving, strategy creation, and negotiation
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including active listening and collaboration across organizational levels
• Ability to prioritize and maintain productivity while managing high volumes in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor's degree with a focus on business, risk management, or IT preferred
• Information technology background or experience preferred
• Up to 3 years’ experience in technology category-related contracting, procurement, sourcing, or vendor management preferred

Demonstrates expertise in technology sourcing, contracting, and vendor management while effectively mitigating risks and fostering long‑term vendor relationships. Proficient in data‑driven analysis and strategic negotiation to align with enterprise goals and optimize technology spend.

• Contract Law
• Vendor Management
• Project Management
• Risk Mitigation
• Data-Driven Analysis

• Contract Negotiation
• SaaS Contracting
• Category Management
• Technology Procurement
• Compliance Assessment

• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication Skills
• Creative Problem Solving
• Collaboration
• Active Listening

• Technology Transformation
• Vendor Partnerships
• Risk Management
• Sourcing Process
• Business Outcomes