Senior Category Strategist

2 days ago


New York NY United States smartdept. inc. Full time

smartdept. is searching for a Senior Category Strategist for a financial client located in Plano, TX. The ideal candidate will come with 6+ years of experience . This is a full-time, hybrid, duration-month contract opportunity with the possibility of an extension . Compensation for this position is expected to be $56-$66/hour depending on experience level and fit.

What You’ll Do:

  • Sourcing/Procurement of Professional Services that should include the categories of Marketing, Business Development, Financial, Consulting, Bank Operations, and/or Data Analytics.
  • Familiarity with/experience in a Financial Institution or Bank is a plus.
  • Successful candidate will have a solid understanding of the nuances of categories and verticals in which we operate.
  • Must be a skilled practitioner in all aspects of Sourcing, Procurement, and Category Management including spend analytics, market research, strategy definition, competitive solicitation, supplier negotiation, and contract management.
  • Must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to communicate professionally at all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to lead projects and initiatives is prerequisite.
  • Supervisory experience is good, but will not be part of the job going forward.
  • A positive attitude and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, and deal with the incumbent pressures of such an environment, will be important success factors.

What You’ll Need:

  • Print/Marketing and Direct Mail and/or Credit Card Processing.
  • Project Management.
  • Data Analytics. Certification Requirements (Any Preferences): CPM by ISM, Certified Contract Manager, or equivalent.
  • Bachelors is required; Masters is a plus. CPSM, CPM, or equivalent certification desired.
  • Must reside within 60 miles of the following locations:

Plano, TX is preferred location:

  • Draper, UT
  • Columbus, OH
  • Chadds Ford, PA
  • Wilmington, DE
  • NYC (Manhattan)
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