Lead Category Manager-Indirect

Bachelor’s Degree
5+ years in Indirect Sourcing with an emphasis on assigned category / commodity
Experience with sourcing for indirect services
Experience with developing Sourcing strategies based on data analytics
Working Knowledge and Application of Value Stream Mapping, Total Cost of Ownership, Outsourcing/Off-Shoring, Supplier Diversity & Sustainability/Regulatory compliance
Ability to work in a matrix environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Ability to effectively communicate with C-Suite executives

Design, develop and implement an indirect category strategy to achieve functional and Business Unit objectives
Define sourcing strategies in the category based on Indirect Sourcing policy by developing and driving sourcing initiatives, including all key steps in full life cycle sourcing
Execute supplier management strategies by monitoring KPIs, Terms and Conditions, Supplier Contracts and Supplier Risk Assessments
Maintain and apply knowledge of factors affecting costs such as industry and technology trends, geo-political influences, upstream and related market cost reduction opportunities
Advise the Business on indirect category strategy by leading cross-functional teams
Cultivate and manage supplier relationships to optimize business value
Develop and deliver category reporting to senior leadership
Comply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams
Protect Chamberlain Group’s reputation by keeping information confidential
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reading professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies
Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.