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Job Title: Category Manager
Type: 3-Month Contract (Potential for Temp-to-Hire)
Location: Remote or Hybrid (Preference for Madison, WI)
Schedule: Open to Part-Time or Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP

Overview:
We are looking for a seasoned Category Manager to join our team on a short-term contract basis (with potential for extension or temp-to-hire) to accelerate a variety of IT-related sourcing and procurement initiatives. This role will focus on executing strategic sourcing plans, negotiating IT vendor contracts, and driving value through category management best practices. If you are a self-starter with a background in IT procurement, contract negotiation, and stakeholder management, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

Lead and execute category management strategies for IT and related indirect spend categories

Collaborate with business stakeholders to clarify value expectations and priorities

Develop and run RFx processes, negotiate contracts, and drive cost savings initiatives

Analyze vendor proposals and market trends to inform sourcing decisions

Maintain and communicate category charters, targets, and progress reports

Manage multiple projects simultaneously and respond to changing priorities with agility

Support policy adherence and process improvements within the procurement function

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management

Proven experience negotiating complex IT contracts (software, hardware, services)

Strong knowledge of RFx processes and supplier selection strategies

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all organizational levels

Ability to work autonomously and make decisions with limited direction

Comfortable with fast-paced environments and shifting priorities

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Experience using procurement systems or tools (e.g., Ariba, Coupa, Icertis) a plus