Category Manager

24 hours ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Google Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Category Manager to join our team at Google. As a Category Manager, you will be responsible for developing and driving holistic category strategies, managing stakeholder relationships, and bringing excellence to Google-wide sourcing, supplier, and contract management.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support development and execution of category strategies aligned with organizational objectives for assigned indirect spend categories.
  • Build and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure quality service delivery and alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Support execution of sourcing strategies, Request for X (RFx) processes, negotiations, and supplier evaluations within designated categories.
  • Analyze spending patterns, market trends, and identify value opportunities within the category.
  • Analyze procurement data, generate reports, and provide insights to support decision-making and performance evaluation within the category.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field.
  • 7 years of work experience, with 5 years of experience in sourcing, category management, or procurement roles, with a focus on managing indirect spend categories.
  • Experience with RFx processes, negotiations, strategies, and supplier evaluations within data center or construction-related categories.
Preferred Qualifications

We are looking for candidates with:

  • MBA or certifications in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or related fields.
  • Experience in data analysis, generating reports, and providing insights to support decision-making and performance evaluation.
  • Experience developing and managing metrics measuring category performance and tracking progress towards strategic goals.
  • Experience in leveraging technology and investigative tools to enhance category management practices and drive data-driven decision-making.
What We Offer

As a Category Manager at Google, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented team and contribute to the success of our organization. We offer a competitive salary range of $129,000-$191,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.


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