Lead Category Management - 1011
Core
Lead Category Management for high-value, high-complexity direct and indirect categories supporting advanced technical programs, government-funded research, and national laboratory relationships.
Role type
Senior IC Category Management Lead
Builds
Resilient, compliant, and commercially sound supply solutions for technical programs and research
Domain
Government-funded research, national laboratories, advanced technical programs
Required skills
Category strategy, complex contract negotiation, supplier governance, market intelligence, should-cost modeling, risk mitigation, cross-functional partnership, stakeholder influence, supplier segmentation, process improvement
Preferred skills
Experience with government-funded research laboratories, advanced degree, CPSM/CPCM certification, experience with emerging technologies and limited-source markets, SAP/ERP proficiency
Technologies
SAP, e-sourcing platforms, contract-lifecycle platforms, analytics tools
Responsibilities
Own and execute multi-year category strategies for critical spend portfolios; translate strategies into end-to-end sourcing initiatives; structure and negotiate complex agreements and subcontracts; lead contracting activities with government-funded research laboratories; partner with engineering and technical teams to translate requirements into sourcing strategies; provide commercial leadership for supplier selection and negotiations; develop financial models for investment decisions; establish supplier governance and performance scorecards; identify and mitigate supply and compliance risks; influence senior stakeholders in cross-functional decision forums; provide guidance and mentorship to the category management team
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
