Category Manager - Professional Services
Core
Lead strategic sourcing and supplier management for professional services, talent, consultants, and contract labor across multiple business functions and geographies.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Professional Services & Talent)
Builds
Strategic sourcing plans, supplier contracts, and cost-saving initiatives for professional services and talent categories.
Domain
Procurement / Professional Services / Talent Acquisition
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, category management, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, market research, cost optimization, stakeholder management, compliance management, data analysis, project management
Preferred skills
Knowledge of staffing markets, understanding of W-2/1099 classifications, experience with virtual-first environments
Technologies
Procurement systems, data analysis tools, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for professional services and talent categories; Build and maintain relationships with staffing agencies and service providers; Partner with business stakeholders to understand workforce needs; Conduct market research and benchmarking; Lead procurement processes including RFx and vendor selection; Negotiate supplier contracts and commercial terms; Collaborate with Legal and Finance on compliance and invoicing; Identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize spend; Monitor supplier performance through business reviews; Prepare business cases and presentations for stakeholder alignment; Track and report KPIs on spend, savings, and supplier performance.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
