- Leads the full category management lifecycle process for large, global categories including gathering, analyzing, and reporting on key market intelligence, developing a long-term, multi-year category strategy and development and evaluation of "go to market strategies
- Will build strong, trusted relationships with internal stakeholders and assume full responsibility for meeting business needs through: interpreting spend, category planning, deep market knowledge, influencing demand, developing sourcing strategies, deploying RFx, rigorous supplier selection and negotiations, contract development, supplier performance management, and assuring compliance with the company's policies
- Support the development of sourcing & category work plans with the Director, Global Procurement Operational Services.
- Negotiate the best overall commercial arrangements with suppliers selected through fact-based methods.
- Leverages multiple sources of market intelligence and data to make data-informed decisions.
- Develops a comprehensive view of the balance between supply and demand and actively monitors market conditions on an ongoing basis in order to make informed decisions.
- Has responsibility for the development and evaluation of "go to market strategies for global categories and can achieve creative commercial outcomes through negotiation planning and successful execution by directing cross functional teams of stakeholders.
- Able to work across business units and engage with category teams and leadership to facilitate positive outcomes for the organization.
- Leads the performance management process for selected global suppliers, including regular business reviews and supports the efforts of the team members with their suppliers.
- Proactively reports progress against global sourcing goals for the specified period driving towards change; challenge existing sourcing decisions; coordinate supplier development strategies; always prove potential for improvement.
- Bachelor's degree with master's degree or advanced certification (e.g., MBA, CPM, CPSM, CPSC, PMP) preferred.
- Minimum 5+ years of progressively increasing responsibility in Sourcing, Category Management, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Management Consulting, or business-related operations in a global environment.
- 5+ of experience with specific category(ies) is required.
- Deep understanding of category management, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationship management principles and application
- Advanced financial analytical skills and experience in enhancing value through negotiations.
- Strategic orientation, inquisitive, comfortable with ambiguity, and self-motivated to identify trends and improvement opportunities aligned with business objectives and strategic plans.
- Ability to build effective relationships, influence peers and key stakeholders, and built consensus.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to tailor messages to the given audience, present information in a clear and concise manner.
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills with ability to extract key themes, determine root causes, develop creative solutions, and craft concise messages.
- Ability to prioritize, organize, and multitask in a flexible, fast-paced and challenging environment.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills is highly desired.
- Healthcare Options
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Prescription
- Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) savings plan with company match
- Flexible based Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Assistance Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Exclusive discounts on cell phones, gyms, and everyday purchases
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Professional Services - New York, United States - SGA
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Description
Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Professional Services Manager, Category Management, Procurement professional for a direct hire position with one of our premier Media Industry clients in New York, NY.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The primary responsibility of the Manager, Category Management, Procurement - Professional Services, is to lead the full Professional Services & Human Resources category management lifecycle process for large, global categories, including development of the detailed category management strategy and identification of opportunities.
This role will also own the category strategy implementation and execution activities, will define the annual goals, and will be the primary owner of the management of the supplier relationship process. This role will work closely with their counterparts and stakeholders to ensure that the strategies are executed to the benefit of the company.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
NYC SALARY RANGE:
The salary range for this position is $105,000 to $118,000. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee's/applicant's background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.
BENEFITS OF JOINING THE COMPANY:
One of our client's primary goals is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Their compensation plan includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.