Senior Category Manager
3 weeks ago
We care and make a positive difference.
Key contributor to the tech sourcing team with a focus on software, including Subscription, SaaS and On Premise. This role will lead efforts to optimize the supply base, generate cost savings and support digital transformation initiatives. influence those interacting with vendors on management and assessment of vendor performance; lead vendor negotiations to achieve optimum results (i.e. cost, quality, , terms, etc.); and support ongoing innovation and process improvement, identifying efficiencies in vendor-related processes and practices. Category Managers work in a collaborative environment with senior leaders and other internal stakeholders (e.g. Legal, Compliance, Risk). Leads and influences stakeholder groups with sound and articulate business case recommendations (i.e. build vs buy strategy) with quantifiable financial benefits.
Provides consultation and guidance to business units around strategic sourcing and vendor management. Provide vendor briefs to summarize vendor investments, risks, and opportunities.
Execute procurement/sourcing strategies for technology solutions such as SaaS, ERP, Software applications, and Services; lead negotiation efforts on new deals with cross-functional teams to achieve optimum results (i.e. costs, quality, terms).
Manages, minimizes and mitigates supply/contractual/regulatory risk leveraging key functions where appropriate (Legal, Compliance, Data Privacy, Cybersecurity, Audit etc.)
Build strong working relationships with various cross functional groups across the enterprise, monitor stakeholder satisfaction, and establish partner relationships to create synergies across accounts.
Drive the identification and delivery of financial impact for category or business area.
Support ongoing innovation, process improvement and identify cost optimization opportunities to deliver increasing efficiency in vendor related processes.
Bachelor's Degree with an emphasis in Business, Accounting/Finance, MIS, Engineering or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Strong negotiation, communication, planning, project management, and influencing skills, as well as ability to quickly and creatively respond to change.
Excellent research, analytical, problem solving, planning and organization skills required as well as a high degree of personal initiative and motivation.
Master's Degree in Supply Chain Management, MBA, or Finance7 + Years of experience in information technology procurement.
10 years of experience in Relationship management, risk management, or project management.
Previous contract negotiation, contract development, and risk mitigation experience preferred.
Direct knowledge and/or training in formal strategic sourcing processes preferred.
Northwestern Mutual pays on a geographic-specific salary structure and placement in the salary range for this position will be determined by a number of factors including the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; Please note that the salary range listed in the posting is the standard pay structure. Positions in certain locations (such as California) may provide an increase on the standard pay structure based on the location. Please click here for additiona l information relating to location-based pay structures.
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
You can grow your career here while enjoying first-class perks, benefits, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Flexible work schedules
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