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About the Role

The Category Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing procurement and management strategies for IT-related goods and services. This role focuses on driving cost efficiency, improving supplier relationships, and aligning purchasing strategies with organizational goals. They will serve as the interface with IT business lines to lead supplier relationship and performance management, implementing organizational strategies to ensure the highest level of service based on C&W’s Procurement Policies and Procedures. An in-depth understanding of the business impact of procurement and technical contributions is required.

Responsibilities

Creates a working environment that encourages high performance and innovation.
Acts as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert on IT categories.
Removes roadblocks to enable the delivery of procurement and client account goals.
Promotes compliance with C&W’s code of conduct.
Develops and implements a strategic sourcing plan for IT related goods and services.
Conducts market research to stay updated on industry trends and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Sets category goals aligned with company objectives and measures performance.
Aligns category management vision with service line and procurement priorities.
Incorporates industry best practices into category delivery.
Utilizes demand planning to target value from supplier agreements.
Identifies, evaluates, and establishes relationships with IT vendors.
Negotiates favorable terms and contracts, ensuring compliance.
Manages supplier performance and conducts periodic reviews.
Monitors preferred supplier utilization and performance.
Develops and understands data analytics to drive analysis of 3rd party spend.
Communicates supply category preferred supplier metrics and drives adoption.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with business units and the category management team.
Achieves goals in a timely manner.
Develops and delivers clear and impactful communications.
Brings new best-in-class ideas and approaches for category strategies.
Works cross-functionally with departments including Finance, Operations, TDS, HR, and Project Management.
Identifies and mitigates risks within the IT supply chain.
Works with the legal team to ensure vendor contracts include necessary risk management and compliance clauses.
Ensures effective and up-to-date commercial arrangements.
Utilizes continuous improvement techniques for problem-solving.
Uses change management techniques to drive the development and utilization of a preferred supplier program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
5-8 years of category management experience
Professional certifications preferred (e.g., CPSM, CIPS, C.P.M.) or evidence of continued professional growth
In-depth knowledge of IT Procurement and fundamentals
IT specific category specific knowledge
Strong interpersonal and analytical skills
Ability to build relationships with key business stakeholders and 3rd party vendors
Inner drive to accomplish goals and not deterred by obstacles
Capacity to develop innovative strategies and solutions
Creative problem solver
Contract negotiation and ongoing management skills
Analytics, ability to mine data to drive in depth analysis
Building and managing diverse supplier relationships
Interface with all levels in the organization
Project Management
Continuous improvement
Personal flexibility
Independent worker, self-starter
Organizational savvy
Innovativeness
Effective Communication & Presentation skills
Decision making & crisis management
Business Influence, interviewing and active listening
Knowledge of effective supplier risk management techniques

Skills

IT Procurement
Category Management
Strategic Sourcing
Market Research
Cost Savings
Quality Improvement
Vendor Management
Contract Negotiation
Supplier Performance Management
Data Analytics
Spend Analysis
Relationship Building
Cross-functional Collaboration
Risk Management
Cybersecurity Risk Management
Contract Compliance
Continuous Improvement
Change Management
Problem-Solving
Communication
Presentation
Decision Making
Crisis Management
Interviewing
Active Listening
Supplier Risk Management

Location

Remote

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

5-8 years

Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Salary/Compensations

$93,500.00 - $110,000.00

Benefits

Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life insurance
Disability insurance programs
Paid time away from work
Unpaid time away from work

About the Company

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a global leader in real estate services, leveraging specialized expertise to deliver innovative solutions and exceptional value to owners and occupiers.
With 52,000 employees in nearly 400 offices across 60 countries, Cushman & Wakefield is one of the largest firms in the industry, with more than 100 years of history.
In 2023, the company generated $9.5 billion in revenue from its core services.
Learn more at www.careers.cushmanwakefield.com.

Equal Opportunity

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com.
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