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Job Summary:
The Category Manager is responsible for developing and executing strategic sourcing strategies across complex, high-spend IT categories. This role focuses on driving value through vendor selection, contract negotiation, and category planning-particularly for IT professional services. The Category Manager partners closely with internal stakeholders to align procurement efforts with enterprise technology goals and digital transformation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as subject matter expert for category strategy, execution, and governance.
Align sourcing strategies with IT service delivery and digital transformation goals.
Lead vendor evaluation, negotiation, and performance management processes for IT services (e.g., consulting, implementation, managed services).
Develop and track category charters, strategic roadmaps, and performance metrics.
Monitor market trends to identify opportunities for innovation, efficiency, or cost savings.
Establish and manage strategic sourcing events (RFx), ensuring alignment with risk mitigation and cost targets.
Build collaborative relationships with stakeholders to clarify business needs and define sourcing priorities.
Recommend and implement process improvements that generate measurable business value.
Guide internal teams on procurement standards and vendor management best practices.
Manage multiple initiatives concurrently, adapting quickly to shifting business needs.
Present findings, reports, and recommendations to stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Business, or a related field.
7+ years of experience in IT procurement, category management, or sourcing.
Proven track record managing IT vendor categories including professional services and technology consulting.
Strong contract negotiation and vendor relationship management skills.
Experience with procurement systems and tools; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and lead cross-functional initiatives.
Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications:
3+ years of experience using ERP systems such as SAP.
Experience supporting enterprise sourcing transformations or change management efforts.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly.
Additional Info:
Travel may be required up to 15%.
This position may require occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds and extended screen time.
Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Company Profile:
Beacon Hill Technologies, a premier National Information Technology Staffing Group, provides world class technology talent across all industries utilizing a complete suite of staffing services. Beacon Hill Technologies' dedicated team of recruiting and staffing experts consistently delivers quality IT professionals to solve our customers' technical and business needs.
Beacon Hill Technologies covers a broad spectrum of IT positions, including Project Management and Business Analysis, Programming/Development, Database, Infrastructure, Quality Assurance, Production/Support and ERP roles.
Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting .
Benefits Information:
Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.
We look forward to working with you.
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