Overview
On Site
Hybrid
USD 92.00 per hour
Full Time
Skills
Information Systems
Communication
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Energy
Collaboration
Decision-making
Cost-benefit Analysis
Supplier Relationship Management
Management
Regulatory Compliance
Continuous Improvement
SAP
Negotiations
Vendor Management
Taxes
Leadership
Sourcing
Stakeholder Engagement
Job Details
Date Posted: 09/12/2025
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 488470
Industry: Utility
Job Title: Category Manager (IT Focused)
Job Location: Minneapolis, MN, USA, 55401
Work Model: Hybrid
Work Model Details: Tue, Wed, Thu onsite
Shift: Mon - Fri 8 - 5 or 9 - 6
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 7
Min Hourly Rate($): 92.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 104.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Category Management, Contract Management, Contract Negotiations, Procurement, Procurement Management, SAP
Experience Desired: Experience IT sourcing / contracting experience (10+ yrs); SAP contracting and utility based IT project experience (5+ yrs); Knowledge of wind contracts and regulatory driven projects (3+ yrs); Multi vendor environment contracting (3+ yrs)
Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred Certifications/Licenses: CPSM certification
**C2C is not available**
Job Description
Required Skills
10+ years IT sourcing/contracting experience.
SAP contracting and utility-based IT project experience.
Strong negotiation and vendor management expertise.
Customer Information Systems (CIS) background preferred.
Knowledge of wind contracts and regulatory/tax-driven projects (for secondary role).
Desired Skills
Multi-vendor environment contracting.
Systems integrator services experience.
Utility/energy industry background highly desirable.
CPSM certification preferred.
Strong leadership presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Typical Day
Engage with IT stakeholders on transformation projects.
Lead contract negotiations and manage vendors.
Support ongoing IT and energy-related projects with minimal ramp-up time.
Collaborate cross-functionally while maintaining independence in decision-making.
Occasional vendor or client site visits.
Job Duties
Develop and implement sourcing strategies for critical categories.
Plan and lead competitive sourcing events.
Conduct supply/demand, market, and cost analysis to support category strategy.
Lead supplier relationship management to improve cost, quality, delivery, and continuous improvement.
Negotiate and establish contracts, manage contractor claims, and resolve disputes.
Ensure supplier compliance with contracts and mitigate risk.
Integrate sourcing strategy with business project plans.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers and stakeholders.
Job Description
The IT-focused Category Manager will support transformational projects such as the Customer Information System (CIS), SAP S/4 transformation, and other IT initiatives by leading contract negotiations, vendor management, and complex technology sourcing. In addition, this role may provide short-term support for wind projects, focusing on regulatory and tax-driven contracts with quick turnaround needs.
This senior-level role operates in a collaborative, cross-functional environment but requires a high degree of independence and the ability to influence leadership decisions. The successful candidate will bring deep IT sourcing experience, utility industry knowledge, and strong stakeholder engagement skills to drive results.
Work Hours / Location
Standard business hours (flexible: 8-5, 9-5).
Hybrid: Tuesday-Thursday onsite.
Occasional travel for vendor or client visits (reimbursable).
Benefits:
For information and details on employment benefits offered with this position, please visit here. Should you have any questions/concerns, please contact our HR Department via our secure website.
California Pay Equity:
For information and details on pay equity laws in California, please visit the State of California Department of Industrial Relations' website here.
Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.
If you need assistance in completing this application, or during any phase of the application, interview, hiring, or employment process, whether due to a disability or otherwise, please contact our HR Department.
Rose International has an official agreement (ID #132522), effective June 30, 2008, with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). (Posting required by OCGA 13/10-91.).
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 488470
Industry: Utility
Job Title: Category Manager (IT Focused)
Job Location: Minneapolis, MN, USA, 55401
Work Model: Hybrid
Work Model Details: Tue, Wed, Thu onsite
Shift: Mon - Fri 8 - 5 or 9 - 6
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 7
Min Hourly Rate($): 92.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 104.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Category Management, Contract Management, Contract Negotiations, Procurement, Procurement Management, SAP
Experience Desired: Experience IT sourcing / contracting experience (10+ yrs); SAP contracting and utility based IT project experience (5+ yrs); Knowledge of wind contracts and regulatory driven projects (3+ yrs); Multi vendor environment contracting (3+ yrs)
Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred Certifications/Licenses: CPSM certification
**C2C is not available**
Job Description
Required Skills
10+ years IT sourcing/contracting experience.
SAP contracting and utility-based IT project experience.
Strong negotiation and vendor management expertise.
Customer Information Systems (CIS) background preferred.
Knowledge of wind contracts and regulatory/tax-driven projects (for secondary role).
Desired Skills
Multi-vendor environment contracting.
Systems integrator services experience.
Utility/energy industry background highly desirable.
CPSM certification preferred.
Strong leadership presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Typical Day
Engage with IT stakeholders on transformation projects.
Lead contract negotiations and manage vendors.
Support ongoing IT and energy-related projects with minimal ramp-up time.
Collaborate cross-functionally while maintaining independence in decision-making.
Occasional vendor or client site visits.
Job Duties
Develop and implement sourcing strategies for critical categories.
Plan and lead competitive sourcing events.
Conduct supply/demand, market, and cost analysis to support category strategy.
Lead supplier relationship management to improve cost, quality, delivery, and continuous improvement.
Negotiate and establish contracts, manage contractor claims, and resolve disputes.
Ensure supplier compliance with contracts and mitigate risk.
Integrate sourcing strategy with business project plans.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers and stakeholders.
Job Description
The IT-focused Category Manager will support transformational projects such as the Customer Information System (CIS), SAP S/4 transformation, and other IT initiatives by leading contract negotiations, vendor management, and complex technology sourcing. In addition, this role may provide short-term support for wind projects, focusing on regulatory and tax-driven contracts with quick turnaround needs.
This senior-level role operates in a collaborative, cross-functional environment but requires a high degree of independence and the ability to influence leadership decisions. The successful candidate will bring deep IT sourcing experience, utility industry knowledge, and strong stakeholder engagement skills to drive results.
Work Hours / Location
Standard business hours (flexible: 8-5, 9-5).
Hybrid: Tuesday-Thursday onsite.
Occasional travel for vendor or client visits (reimbursable).
- **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**
- **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client's business needs and requirements.**
Benefits:
For information and details on employment benefits offered with this position, please visit here. Should you have any questions/concerns, please contact our HR Department via our secure website.
California Pay Equity:
For information and details on pay equity laws in California, please visit the State of California Department of Industrial Relations' website here.
Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.
If you need assistance in completing this application, or during any phase of the application, interview, hiring, or employment process, whether due to a disability or otherwise, please contact our HR Department.
Rose International has an official agreement (ID #132522), effective June 30, 2008, with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). (Posting required by OCGA 13/10-91.).
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