Overview
Hybrid
$55 - $65
Contract - W2
Contract - 6 Month(s)
Skills
Cyber Security
Cloud Computing
Process Improvement
Procurement
Professional Services
Licensing
Managed Services
Management
Microsoft
Negotiations
IT Service Management
Information Engineering
Internet Explorer
Legal
Oracle
Computer Hardware
Salesforce.com
ServiceNow
Sourcing
Strategic Sourcing
Cost Reduction
Critical Path Method
Enterprise Software
Finance
PMP
Law
SaaS
Supplier Relationship Management
Job Details
Job ID: U#1105 - IT Category Manager
PLEASE NOTE: This is a 6 month Renewable Contract and needs to meet Client full-time conversion policies. Those dependent on a work permit sponsor now or anytime in the future (ie H1B, OPT, CPT, etc) do not meet Client requirements for this opening.
*Hybrid in Northbrooks, IL
Our client is seeking an experienced IT Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing for enterprise technology, including software, hardware, SaaS licensing, IT professional services, and managed services. This role partners closely with business and technology leaders, negotiates multi-million-dollar contracts, and manages key supplier relationships to drive cost savings, risk reduction, and business value.
- Lead global IT procurement category portfolio: enterprise software (cloud, SaaS, on-prem), hardware, managed services, and IT professional services.
- Manage sourcing lifecycle (RFx, negotiation, contracting, renewals) for multi-million-dollar technology agreements.
- Negotiate SaaS licensing and IT services contracts with major vendors (Oracle, Salesforce, Microsoft, ServiceNow, Accenture, Infosys).
- Build and maintain key supplier relationships while consolidating and rationalizing vendor ecosystem.
- Partner with C-suite and senior stakeholders across IT, Finance, Legal, and Cybersecurity to align sourcing with business goals.
- Deliver sustainable cost savings through sourcing strategy execution and supplier management.
- Strong skills in spend analysis, contract law, sourcing methodology, and process improvement; certifications (CPM, CPSM, PMP) a plus.
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