Lead Procurement Category Manager

The role

You will implement procurement and purchasing processes for technology categories. This includes strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and managing spend for software, hardware, cloud infrastructure, and telecommunications.

What you will do

• Help sourcing as needed by the business
• Process procurement steps for assigned categories
• Work as a procurement interface with IT and engineering functions
• Work directly with C level leaders on procurement requirements
• Handle multiple spend categories and strategic suppliers
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies
• Work with suppliers to obtain cost-saving contracts and material cost reduction
• Perform tactical tasks such as requesting quotes and issuing purchase orders
• Implement value chain improvement initiatives
• Support tactical requirements of processing P2P

Required qualifications

• 5-7 years of work experience in procurement
• Expert knowledge of technology categories including software licensing, contracted services, cloud services, AI and other IT services
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Effective matrix/cross functional skill sets
• Self-Directed with project management experience
• Ability to perform financial analysis, spreadsheets, cataloging and database upkeep
• Proficiency in Microsoft and Google tools and procurement systems
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, IT and/or Supply Chain education or experience

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off program
• Hybrid work model
• Variety of medical insurance options including a $0 cost premium employee coverage
• Competitive 401K match with no vesting requirement
• National health, dental, and vision plans
• Progressive family plan benefits

About the company

The Weather Company is the world’s leading weather provider. It uses advanced technology and AI to provide weather data, insights, advertising, and media solutions.