Category Manager IS and Corporate Services Procurement

College of American Pathologists•Northfield, IL

20d•$87,000 - $111,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Procurement Category Manager manages spend across Information Systems (IS)/Information Technology (IT) and Corporate Services categories, including HR services, Travel, Facilities Management, Marketing Services, and other Corporate Services. The role supports business partners through relationship management and identifies strategic business opportunities. It develops and implements procurement processes and strategies to ensure effective operations, organizational performance, and quality programs and services for members and customers. The position also supports supplier management and coordinates with suppliers and internal resources to drive continuous improvement. The Category Manager is accountable for category management strategies and strategic sourcing initiatives, and works cross-functionally to improve procurement outcomes, manage risk, reduce expenses, and elevate the member and customer experience. The role models CAP’s Leadership Values of Partnership, Respect, Accountability, Communication, and Excellence, and promotes inclusive leadership and belonging in hiring and staff decisions. Candidates must reside within 75 miles of Northfield, Illinois and meet in-office requirements. Travel is expected when necessary, approximately 5%–10%. Salary range: $87,000–$111,000.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Purchasing, Operations, or a related field.
5–10 years of combined experience in procurement, category management, and strategic sourcing.
5 years of experience managing complex indirect spend, including IS/IT and Corporate Services categories.
Solid knowledge of the strategic sourcing process.
Solid knowledge of category management and category strategy development.
In-depth hands-on knowledge of IS/IT and Corporate Services spend, including HR services, Travel, Facilities Management, Marketing Services, and other Corporate Services.
Excellent communication skills and ability to partner effectively across the organization.
Strong organizational and leadership skills.
Ability to identify, navigate, and influence organizational direction.
Strategic leadership, analytical and critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent internal and external negotiation skills.
Strong business acumen and ability to explain procurement results and variations to non-procurement audiences.
Ability to recognize and handle confidential information.
Resource allocation and project management skills.
Business acumen in judgment and decision making.
Strong customer service orientation, including issue resolution and supplier relationship management skills.
Experience with PC-based software applications, including ERP systems.
In-depth knowledge of eSourcing tool capabilities and daily operations.
Must reside within 75 miles of Northfield, Illinois and meet in-office requirements.

Nice To Haves

CPSM certification or equivalent.
Procurement, category management, and strategic sourcing experience preferably across IS/IT and other indirect goods and services.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain accountability for category management strategies across the spend in scope.
Develop, implement, and drive strategic sourcing initiatives to support category management.
Identify continuous improvement opportunities.
Maintain optimal pricing and services by reviewing the competitive landscape and industry norms and negotiating contract terms.
Assist contract managers and procurement business partners in ensuring contract processes meet business needs through quality assessments, process audits, and stakeholder feedback.
Identify opportunities and analyze risk to improve procurement effectiveness and reduce expenses, including reducing costs, incorporating new technology, and improving supply-base efficiency.
Negotiate with suppliers and resolve issues.
Work cross-functionally with business partners to elevate the member and customer experience.
Promote teamwork and critical thinking to facilitate problem-solving, empower staff, and inspire trust.
Support supplier management and coordinate with suppliers and internal resources to drive continuous improvement.
Model CAP’s Leadership Values and inclusive leadership, with a focus on belonging and inclusion in hiring and staff decisions.