Category Manager - IT

Location: Lakewood, Colorado (Hybrid) or Remote Employment Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $110,500.00 to $138,200.00 Shift/Schedule: working MST, 9-5 Requirements: BS or equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job may be considered. Master's degree preferred. Minimum 8 years' experience in relevant IT procurement/sourcing category management in a large, multinational company. Experience successfully managing and supporting similar scope and breadth of IT spend ($46 million). Demonstrated sourcing experience leading RFx's, conducting supplier management activities, and managing sourcing categories for indirect spending.

Responsibilities: Develop and execute IT category sourcing and procurement strategies. Lead RFIs/RFPs, supplier negotiations, and cross-functional sourcing initiatives. Manage supplier performance, category spend, savings goals, and risk mitigation. Ref: #558-Scientific