Procurement Category Manager, IT

The Category Manager, IT Procurement will be responsible for the following:Responsible for developing and executing strategies for the acquisition of technology good and services, including consulting, telephony, hardware, software, SaaS, print and document managementLead efforts to improve IT purchasing and invoice processes to drive cost savings while managing internal stakeholder engagement over multiple business operating companies.Coordinate with IT leaders during the annual budget process and ensure spending patterns are in alignment with organizational goals.Understand supply market and develop sourcing plansConduct recurring meetings with key stakeholders to build relationships, understand needs, identify opportunities and capture cost savings while mitigating riskConduct RFx’s and perform pricing analysisNegotiate with suppliers and manage ongoing performanceRedline contracts with understanding of acceptable and preferred commercial terms and risk toleranceCollaborate with Legal, Enterprise Security, and Risk groups during supplier and contract reviewAssist with vendor on-boarding / off-boardingEnsure compliance with company policies and control frameworkIdentify and implement process improvements while maintaining and improving service levelsResponsible for a portion of overall cost Savings and Avoidance targetsResponsible for management of applicable e-catalogsMaintain Software Asset Management process and optimize software license portfolioWhat you need to bring:Candidates should be competent in Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel and Word. Experience with Procure to Pay software suites is preferred. Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, Economics, Operations, Business Management or related field, required Minimum 3 years of relevant category experience for IT, required Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP), preferredProficiency using Google mail, calendaring and shared drivesWhat’s in it for you:Largest global staffing leaderCompetitive salary + bonusExcellent benefits package - medical, dental, visionGenerous PTO policy earned from day oneEducation and professional developmentRapid career growthRetirement savings and securityEmployee stock purchase planPaid parental leaveShort and long term disabilityEmployee assistance program and health advocacyHealth and dependent care flexible spending accountMetlife auto and home insuranceMetlife legal planReferral reward programExclusive discounts and programs with dozens of nationwide vendors and retailersApplications Accepted on Ongoing Basis Until FilledAt Randstad, we love to celebrate our hardworking, diverse teams as demonstrated through our consistent industry-leading recognitions. To highlight a few awards, we are proudly ranked as a 2023 DiversityInc Top 50 company, a 2023 Disability Equality Index best place to work for diversity inclusion, and a 2023 Military Friendly Bronze Employer for Veterans. When you join Randstad, you will receive opportunities for competitive & robust benefits, flexible schedules, and the assurance that everyone can be their authentic selves. We are seeking candidates from all backgrounds and demographics and a variety of industries to join our winning team!Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact hrsupport@randstadusa.com.