Category Manager, Indirect Sourcing

Neighborly Brands•Waco, TX

41d•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you looking for a place where you can bring your strong negotiation, supplier management, and strategic sourcing expertise ? Welcome to Neighborly-the hub of service brands that connects customers to top-notch local experts who repair, maintain, and enhance homes and businesses. Our long-standing business, with over 40 years of experience, is focused on strategic innovation as we build the future of home and business services. Bring your ambition to the table as we unlock new doors together, taking your career to the next level. Bring your experience and be empowered to innovate. As a Category Manager - Indirect Procurement on the ProTradeNet team, a typical day for you will include: Develop and execute category strategies across key indirect spend areas including: Financial Operations, Business Services, and Technology. Identify and negotiate cost savings, rebates, and volume-based programs that maximize value across all Neighborly brands. Build and maintain vendor relationships that deliver scalable, high-quality solutions suited to the needs of small businesses. Manage supplier performance, contract renewals, pricing audits, and compliance. Collaborate with Finance, IT, and Legal to ensure vendor programs meet compliance, security, and integration standards. Leverage spend analytics, benchmarking, and market insights to continuously improve supplier strategies and outcomes. Bring your skills and be inspired to achieve success.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in procurement, category management, or vendor relations, preferably with indirect spend categories.
Experience working with accounting, payroll, HR, and technology vendors.
Demonstrated success in managing vendor negotiations and driving measurable cost reductions.
Strong understanding of small business operations, financial management, and cost control.
Excellent negotiation, supplier management, and communication skills.
Analytical and data-driven with the ability to interpret financial and operational metrics.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and related analytics or procurement tools.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
Willingness to travel up to 10-15% for vendor meetings, franchise events, and training sessions.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Accounting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute category strategies across key indirect spend areas including: Financial Operations, Business Services, and Technology.
Identify and negotiate cost savings, rebates, and volume-based programs that maximize value across all Neighborly brands.
Build and maintain vendor relationships that deliver scalable, high-quality solutions suited to the needs of small businesses.
Manage supplier performance, contract renewals, pricing audits, and compliance.
Collaborate with Finance, IT, and Legal to ensure vendor programs meet compliance, security, and integration standards.
Leverage spend analytics, benchmarking, and market insights to continuously improve supplier strategies and outcomes.