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Description
Category Manager – SoftwareProcurement
Full-Time
Boston, MA or Springfield, MA
The Opportunity
On the MassMutual Procurement team, we have a goal to enable MassMutual's mission and vision by providing the right supplier solution at the right time.
Our mission is to streamline the procurement process, align supplier partners to meet business needs and continuously increase the value provided to our policyholders.
As a Software Category Manager, you will be responsible for leading and/or providing guidance on the development, execution and ongoing management of category and sourcing strategies for software purchases across the enterprise.
You will also serve as the lead contact between key business executives and procurement, understanding their strategy and aligning your category strategy appropriately.
You will serve as the software procurement expert, partnering across the business and with other procurement functional areas including strategic sourcing, supplier diversity, and procurement operations.
A strong mix of analytic, strategic vision, and communication skills will ensure your success.You will partner closely with teams in the MassMutual Procurement Organization and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure that our supplier relationships are being optimized across multiple facets including innovation, value realization, continuous improvement, and risk mitigation.
In this role, as well as all roles within MassMutual, you will demonstrate accountability, agility, a dedication to be inclusive, a strong business acumen, and will show courage, even in the most difficult situations.
The Team
The team is comprised of seasoned, collaborative professionals with experience in procurement, category management, supplier management, and sourcing.
The broader procurement team in a rapidly developing and growing group of procurement professionals who are excited about maturing procurement at MassMutual.
The ImpactYour impact would include but is not limited to:
Lead the procurement software category strategy for all enterprise software (e.g., on premise, cloud, SaaS, etc.)
Drive multi-year, multi-million-dollar SaaS licensing negotiations while adhering to our technology roadmap
Responsible for managing key supplier relationships
Ensures that services and products meet the strategic needs of stakeholders. Participates in the negotiation process of service level agreements and ensures that contractual obligations are met
Champion third party risk management process compliance and Supplier Diversity
Create and monitor category budgets, as appropriate
Explore supplier and market opportunities to improve upon current spending
Actively engage internal stakeholders across the enterprise to ensure frequent communication and alignment on overall MassMutual supplier management strategies and strategic supplier specific strategies.
Lead supplier onboarding and offboarding activities, as well as managing appropriate supplier specific ongoing monitoring plans. Investigate on all supplier issues by working with relevant internal stakeholders and help the supplier to resolve issues efficiently
Minimum Qualifications
7+ years of procurement and/or sourcing experience with an emphasis in software/SaaS
5+ years of experience in research of software contracting trends, licensing models and SaaS fee structures
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or related field
Ideal Qualifications
Experience with research and analysis around software specific industry trends resulting in recommendations and insights to stakeholder strategies
7+ years of demonstrating an ability to influence and encourage leaders from across the organization towards positive supplier relationships and results delivery
5+ years of experience of influencing across the organization for compliance with standards and escalating noncompliance when needed
Experience creating and leading category strategy
5+ years of applying general procurement value stream best practices
5+ years of driving continuous improvements with suppliers and their key performance indicators (KPIs)
5+ years in applying effective category management and financial acumen skills to influence positive company results
Experience in large-scale sourcing activities (RFPs) to realign suppliers in the category
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, change management capabilities, business acumen, project management and leadership ability
Extensive experience negotiating agreements and managing complex vendor / client relationships
What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the
Procurement Team:
The desire to drive change and improvement in the procurement function supporting our mission to be a leading procurement organization
Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager
Access to mentorship opportunities
Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQ, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups
Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms
Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits
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Salary Range:
$113,100.00-$148,400.00
At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair equitable pay, by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees.
Why Join Us.
We've been around since 1851. During our history, we've learned a few things about making sure our customers are our top priority.
In order to meet and exceed their expectations, we must have the best people providing the best thinking, products and services.
To accomplish this, we celebrate an inclusive, vibrant and diverse culture that encourages growth, openness and opportunities for everyone.A career with MassMutual means you will be part of a strong, stable and ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits.
And your voice will always be heard.We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company owned by our policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to put customers first. It's more than our company structure – it's our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people.
Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources, and rely on each other when it counts.
At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.
Note:
Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.
If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.
At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair, equitable pay by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees.
For more information about our extensive benefits offerings please check out our Total Rewards at a Glance.
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