Category Lead - IT & Telecom

Primary Purpose of this position -

• Executes sourcing strategies across multiple commodities in alignment with overall category strategy.

• Leverages market data, cost modeling to support the development of negotiation strategies. Supports contract negotiations. Develops efficient channels for capturing effective market intelligence.

• Develops relationships with suppliers focused on total cost of ownership, advantaged supply chain, innovation and continuous process improvement.

Responsibilities -

• Category Strategy: Executes sourcing strategies in alignment with overall category strategy. Leverages market data, cost modeling to support the development of negotiation strategies. Supports contract negotiations.

• Supplier Relationship Management: Develops relationships with suppliers focused on total cost of ownership, advantaged supply chain, innovation and continuous process improvement

• Organizational & Operational Excellence: Develops and nurtures internal cross-functional relationships. Develops efficient channels for capturing effective market intelligence.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration/Stakeholder Management: Actively participates in Commercial Council and serves as a key driver for accomplishing Council goals.

• Building Organizational Capability: Utilizes 7-Step Strategic Sourcing Process and Enhanced Sourcing Tools in day to day work. Collaborates with peers and leaders within the Category team. Informal leadership to Procurement Specialists.

Basic Qualification & Experience required:

• 7+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain or a related Operational function required. Previous strategic sourcing experience strongly preferred. Experience in a related industry preferred.