Category Manager

4 days ago


St Paul, United States HireTalent - Diversity Staffing & Recruiting Firm Full time

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Category Manager Level 1 to support the management of low-spend, low-level contracts, primarily within the Property Services workspace. This role focuses on contract management, negotiation, and amendments, including groundskeeping and janitorial services. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the DSM marketing team, corporate services, and external vendors to streamline procurement processes and alleviate the workload of other category managers, enabling them to focus on strategic, enterprise-wide initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage low-spend contracts, including contract creation, negotiation, amendments, and routing for signatures using Coupa.
  • Support procurement events and negotiations for smaller contracts, ensuring timely execution.
  • Collaborate with internal teams (DSM marketing, corporate services) and external vendors to build and maintain strong relationships.
  • Execute amendments and pricing term negotiations to meet business requirements.
  • Assist in streamlining contract management processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications:

  • Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 2-3 years of experience in contract management, procurement, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word.
  • Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and relationship-building skills.
  • Experience working in a corporate environment.
  • Preferred:
  • Experience with Coupa (highly desired).
  • Knowledge of SAP.
  • Familiarity with the utility or energy industry.



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