See more Collapse

Category Manager IT

1 month ago

Oak Brook, United States Inland Group Full time

Category Manager – IT This position will be responsible for the category management strategies for our enterprise IT spend. This will include long and short-term strategies, strategic sourcing, third party risk management (TPRM) collaboration and contract management. This position will align closely with our IT leaders to deliver best in class service for our businesses. Additional responsibilities will include managing Corporate Procurement Programs for the enterprise. These programs could include Yardi, Box.com, DocuSign, CoStar, Corporate Membership and Subscriptions. This role reports directly to the Chief Procurement Officer

. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

: Category Management Strategy: Develop and execute category management strategies for all IT categories that will align with both business and budget needs. Category Planning: develop short- and long-term category plans by understanding business needs and insight into the marketplace. Foster solid relationships with vendors to achieve better pricing and quality services. Place appropriate orders to ensure product availability that meets client specifications. Sourcing: implement strategic sourcing methods that drive best cost and effective solutions while meetings business needs. Third Party Risk Management: collaborate with TPRM to ensure all processes and requirements are met with the entire IT category including contract management. Cost Optimization: drive cost optimization across the entire IT Category spend delivering measurable cost savings and improving procurement processes. Contract Management: lead the contract management process including price negotiations, terms and conditions and working with IT and Legal to ensure compliance with company standards. Category Knowledge: provide experience and insight on different IT products and services. Stay up to date on the market, providing a competitive advantage by showcasing new and innovate products and services to the business. Resolve issues that arise from operational or assigned corporate programs quickly and accurately. Submit, review, and approve supplier invoices. Evaluate incoming proposals, including pricing and contract terms and provide in-depth analysis for assigned projects. Lead suppliers on boarding/off boarding, invoice processing and provide program support to internal clients. Ability to work in a team atmosphere and influence business partners on buying decisions. Maintain excellent communication with all the business stakeholders. Other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

: This position has no supervisory responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS

: Education: This position requires a bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management or equivalent professional knowledge and/or work experience . Experience

: Minimum 5 years of IT category management, strategic sourcing, or IT indirect procurement. Financial services experience required preferably in commercial real estate. Skills: Problem solving ability, ability to influence and demonstrate category leadership. An analytical mind with strategic ability. Excellent communication and people skills. Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook are required for this position. Intermediate knowledge of Yardi, Box.com, DocuSign, and Venminder. We are a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment background checks and drug screening is performed on all new hires, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, familial, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected classes. We are an E-Verify employer. Please click the followinglink to learn more.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

We have other current jobs related to this field that you can find below

  • Data Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Oak Brook, United States GlobalSource IT Full time

    We are hiring a Senior Data Product Manager to lead our Data Product team, bridging the gap between business needs and technology. As a leader in this organization, you will ensure that the business partners can easily understand, access, and utilize data.As a team, we work together onsite in Oak Brook, IL, Monday through Wednesday every week. This is...

  • Product Data Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Oak Brook, United States GlobalSource IT Full time

    We are hiring a Senior Data Product Manager to lead our Data Product team, bridging the gap between business needs and technology. As a leader in this organization, you will ensure that the business partners can easily understand, access, and utilize data.Key ResponsibilitiesManage the full lifecycle of data products, from requirements gathering, data...

  • Product Data Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Oak Brook, United States GlobalSource IT Full time

    We are hiring a Senior Data Product Manager to lead our Data Product team, bridging the gap between business needs and technology. As a leader in this organization, you will ensure that the business partners can easily understand, access, and utilize data.Key ResponsibilitiesManage the full lifecycle of data products, from requirements gathering, data...

  • Data Analytics Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Oak Brook, United States GlobalSource IT Full time

    We are hiring a Senior Data Product Manager to lead our Data Product team, bridging the gap between business needs and technology. As a leader in this organization, you will ensure that the business partners can easily understand, access, and utilize data.As a team, we work together onsite in Oak Brook, IL, Monday through Wednesday every week. This is...

  • Business Unit Manager

    2 days ago

    Oak Brook, United States TreeHouse Foods Full time

    Employee Type:Full timeLocation:IL Oak BrookJob Type:General ManagementJob Posting Title:Business Unit Manager About Us : TreeHouse Foods (NYSE: THS) is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating a network of more than two dozen production facilities and several corporate offices across the United States and Canada. At...

  • Sr. Manager, Sales Operations

    1 month ago

    Oak Brook, Illinois, United States Get It Recruit - Finance Full time

    Are you passionate about helping businesses and individuals thrive today, tomorrow, and into retirement? Join a people-centric, client-obsessed community of forward-thinking individuals committed to integrity and excellence. We're on a mission to strengthen and simplify the health and wealth journey, relentlessly pursuing better outcomes for all.We believe...

  • Indirect Procurement Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Oak Brook, United States Winland Foods Full time

    This position will have direct accountability for indirect spend across Winland sites in the United States and Canada. Reporting to the Director of Indirect Procurement, the position is responsible for strategic sourcing activities for Winland’s Indirect Materials and Services spend, with the goal of achieving significant cost reductions, while...

  • Sr. Manager, Sales Operations

    1 month ago

    Oak Brook, United States Get It Recruit - Finance Full time

    Are you passionate about helping businesses and individuals thrive today, tomorrow, and into retirement? Join a people-centric, client-obsessed community of forward-thinking individuals committed to integrity and excellence. We're on a mission to strengthen and simplify the health and wealth journey, relentlessly pursuing better outcomes for all.We believe...

  • Associate Marketing Manager

    2 months ago

    Oak Brook, United States Winland Foods Full time

    Lead the planning and execution of volume and profit driving initiatives for assigned product lines and channels with support of Marketing Director, field sales and the cross-functional team. Gain broad exposure to all functional activities including sales and customers, operations, product development and finance, which results in the development of strong...

  • Production Services Analyst

    4 weeks ago

    Oak Brook, United States IT Associates Full time

    Location: Oak Brook, IL (2 days onsite / 3 days remote)6 month Contract to Hire position Our client is looking to add a Production Services Analyst that will be responsible for troubleshooting retailer orders and associated documents in SAP, as well as responding to tickets and data management requests. This function is delivered by utilizing tools such as...

  • Production Services Analyst

    1 month ago

    Oak Brook, United States IT Associates Full time

    Location: Oak Brook, IL (2 days onsite / 3 days remote)6 month Contract to Hire position Our client is looking to add a Production Services Analyst that will be responsible for troubleshooting retailer orders and associated documents in SAP, as well as responding to tickets and data management requests. This function is delivered by utilizing tools such as...

  • Production Services Analyst

    2 months ago

    Oak Brook, United States IT Associates Full time

    Location: Oak Brook, IL (2 days onsite / 3 days remote)6 month Contract to Hire position Our client is looking to add a Production Services Analyst that will be responsible for troubleshooting retailer orders and associated documents in SAP, as well as responding to tickets and data management requests. This function is delivered by utilizing tools such as...

  • Associate Brand Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Oak Brook, Illinois, United States Blistex Inc. Full time

    JOB SUMMARYThe Associate Brand Manager (ABM) is responsible for supporting the development and execution of marketing plans and programs to achieve the Company's short and long-term business objectives. This will include ownership of brand projects, communications, innovation, and the day-to-day business activity and management of designated brands to meet...

  • Associate Brand Manager

    1 month ago

    Oak Brook, United States Blistex Inc Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJOB SUMMARYThe Associate Brand Manager (ABM) is responsible for supporting the development and execution of marketing plans and programs to achieve the Company’s short and long-term business objectives. This will include ownership of brand projects, communications, innovation, and the day-to-day business activity and...

  • Sr Product Manager, Connected Services

    2 weeks ago

    Oak Brook, Illinois, United States Chamberlain Group Full time

    Senior Product Manager OpportunityWe are looking for a Senior Product Manager to join Chamberlain Group's dynamic Product Management team. In this role, you will play a key part in developing and implementing a vision and roadmap for our product portfolio to ensure a top-notch software experience and achieve business objectives efficiently. Develop,...

  • Manager, Packaging Engineering

    2 weeks ago

    Oak Brook, United States TreeHouse Foods Full time

    Employee Type: Full time Location: IL Oak Brook Job Type: Research and Development Packaging Job Posting Title: Manager, Packaging Engineering About Us : TreeHouse Foods (NYSE: THS) is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating a network of more than two dozen production facilities and several corporate offices across the...

  • Indirect Procurement Lead

    1 month ago

    Oak Brook, United States LHH Full time

    LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated, detailed, and experienced Indirect Procurement Lead to join their team in Oak Brook, IL. This role will manage the indirect spend categories, including but not limited to IT, office supplies, travel, uniforms, cellular services, and HR contracts and...

  • Manager, Packaging Engineering

    4 weeks ago

    Oak Brook, United States Hiring Now! Full time

    Employee Type:Full timeLocation:IL Oak BrookJob Type:Research and Development PackagingJob Posting Title:Manager, Packaging Engineering About Us: TreeHouse Foods (NYSE: THS) is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating a network of production facilities across the United States and Canada. At TreeHouse Foods, our...

  • Manager, Packaging Engineering

    2 days ago

    Oak Brook, United States TreeHouse Foods Full time

    Employee Type:Full timeLocation:IL Oak BrookJob Type:Research and Development PackagingJob Posting Title:Manager, Packaging Engineering About Us : TreeHouse Foods (NYSE: THS) is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating a network of more than two dozen production facilities and several corporate offices across the United...

  • Network Engineer Senior

    1 month ago

    Oak Brook, United States Solve IT Strategies, Inc. Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSolve IT Strategies is looking for a Network Engineer Senior . This role is located at Oakbrook, IL. Shift: Monday thru Friday- 40 hrs/week. HYBRID: Will be approx. 75% remote, 25% onsite as needs arise The Main Responsibilities of a person are:Can perform all the functions of the Network Engineer. Coordinates and implements...