IT Category Manager - Pinnacle
Fort Worth, TX
About the Job
Why you'll love this job
The specific compensation for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision and 401K contributions as well as any other PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by appliable state or localities where you reside or work.
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- This job is a member of the Procurement team within our Finance division.
- Responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive strategic programs which meet the needs of the internal stakeholders while addressing pricing, acquisition, total cost, lead-time and supply, as well as managing contracts and suppliers.
- Represents the company in business transactions with both internal and external organizations
- Creates and manages strategies, negotiations, RFPs, and contracts
- Creates, negotiates, implements and manages long term contracts while effectively developing and promoting strategic partnerships with suppliers
- Works closely with internal customers and stakeholders to understand their business needs, objectives, product/service requirements and the broader operational processes
- Effectively communicates with appropriate management levels both internally and externally
- Identifies opportunities for improvement and makes constructive suggestions for change
- Assists with the Training program for the Procurement & Supply Chain team, as necessary
- Assists with the Supplier Diversity program, as necessary
- All you'll need for success
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field
- 3 years related work experience
- Demonstrable skills for category management, commercial negotiations, securing hard savings and cost avoidance, and executing complex deals in a fast changing environment
- Master's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Business Management, Finance, Accounting, or other related field
- 7 years related work experience
- Knowledge of Source to Pay systems
- Strong project management skills
- Process Mapping abilities
- Supplier Risk Analysis
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Skilled in Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- A potential team leader with strong communication skills
- Understanding of supply chain concepts, with work experience applying those concepts
- Negotiating and influencing skills
- Self-directed and resourceful with the ability to handle multiple, simultaneous tasks with exhibited follow through and initiative
- Business understanding, particularly in project management, early supplier involvement, total cost management and financial analysis
- Understanding and use of technical tools for analysis, problem solving, forecasting and quality improvement
- Previous experience with Source to Pay systems
- Proficient in Excel
- High ethical standard
The specific compensation for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision and 401K contributions as well as any other PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by appliable state or localities where you reside or work.
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Source : Pinnacle
