Lead Category Management Specialist

2 weeks ago

Westlake, Ohio, United States Fidelity TalentSource LLC Full time



Senior Manager, Category Management

Fidelity TalentSource is your destination for discovering your next temporary role at Fidelity Investments. We are currently sourcing for a Senior Manager, Category Management.



The Role

The senior manager position within Fidelity Procurement's category management team is responsible for leading procurement initiatives of moderate complexity, typically in support of a specific business unit. This role collaborates with business partners to enhance Fidelity's capability to negotiate for optimal products, pricing, and contractual agreements. Candidates should have experience across various business sectors, including technology, marketing, financial services, and consulting. Strong communication skills are essential as this role partners with Fidelity leaders across multiple divisions to drive greater scale and efficiency.



The Expertise We're Looking For
  • BSc/BA in business administration or 3+ years of equivalent experience
  • Experience in sourcing, contracts, vendor management, or product management
  • Proven expertise as a category manager or product manager.
  • Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams through procurement initiatives
  • Experience collaborating with senior leaders
  • 3 years of procurement-related experience, including sourcing, contracting, or relevant experience in vendor or product management


The Purpose of Your Role

Procurement focuses on identifying and acquiring effective products that support business growth. Senior category managers lead sourcing efforts and strategically select goods and services. You will engage with both technology and non-technology vendors on significant engagements that align with Fidelity's strategic goals. As a leader within a deal team, you will frequently collaborate with executives, product managers, contract managers, vendor managers, and others.



The Skills You Bring
  • Strong process orientation and demonstrated continuous improvement capabilities
  • Supplier relationship management skills; consistently demanding of supplier performance
  • Commitment to enhancing quality and reducing costs – driven to achieve optimal business outcomes
  • Ability to conduct financial, technical, and performance evaluations of suppliers
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Proven track record of teamwork
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills


The Value You Deliver
  • Collaborate with key business and technology leaders to develop vendor and product strategies
  • Oversee the sourcing process, including commercial and contract terms for each initiative
  • Coordinate with colleagues from risk management groups to ensure supplier contract risk mitigation
  • Aim to achieve favorable pricing with suppliers


How Your Work Impacts the Organization

Fidelity procurement aids business partners in making informed purchasing decisions that minimize risk and maximize value for the organization. Your contributions will be evident as you assist business partners in engaging Procurement to secure products and/or services through new or existing vendor relationships. Your impact will be demonstrated through the savings you generate for the firm.



Company Overview

Fidelity TalentSource is the in-house temporary staffing provider for Fidelity Investments, one of the largest and most diversified global financial services firms in the industry. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, including technology and customer service, to fill assignments across Fidelity's U.S.-based regional and investor center locations. If you would like to experience Fidelity's supportive and collaborative culture while expanding your skill set and developing your professional network, consider a role with Fidelity TalentSource.

We believe that the most effective way to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging.



Information about Fidelity Investments

At Fidelity Investments, our customers are at the heart of everything we do. As a privately held company with a rich history, our mission has remained the same since our founding: to strengthen the financial well-being of our clients. We help people invest and plan for their future. We assist companies and non-profit organizations in delivering benefits to their employees. And we provide institutions and independent advisors with investment and technology solutions to help invest their own clients' money.

Fidelity TalentSource's working model blends the best of working offsite with maximizing time together in person to meet associate and business needs.

Fidelity Investments and Fidelity TalentSource are equal opportunity employers.

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