Category Manager
Insight Global
Support and develop best-in-class Procurement practices by planning and executing Procurement strategy to assigned divisional categories, developing and maintaining organizational Spend Analysis and Compliance metrics, and acting on RQ/PO requests through Procure to Pay system (SAP) while ensuring compliance to system requirements
Assess the requirements of the organization to develop specifications for products/services; identify new service providers and research new products; manage supplier base for internal client groups
Lead negotiations with external vendors; monitor and control contracts and vendor performance; resolve ongoing, escalated issues (mitigate undue vendor supply/financial exposure)
Utilize knowledge of industry best practices to establish and implement procurement policies, procedures and processes that ensure organizational compliance while effectively managing the needs of various internal stakeholders
Support departmental priorities, providing input in the day-to-day challenges and decision-making process
Be a Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing best-in-class advisory services to all levels of the organization, including Executives
Support the Procure to Pay module by liaising with key team members as the SME on purchasing and requisitioner requirements
Conduct analysis on spending and budget data; present findings and make recommendations to senior management through business case reviews to improve financial controls and realize cost savings
Take initiative to collaborate with the legal department and ensure optimal preparation and structure of service and consulting contracts
Develop and lead the process for periodic evaluation of supplier performance and/or vendor reviews as needed
Help lead the development of an enterprise-wide vendor management strategy involving the evaluation, selection, and onboarding of strategic vendors, ensuring they meet quality, reliability, and compliance standards
Assist in the design and implementation of standardized TCI vendor key performance measures, score-carding, Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), risk indicators and outcome targets to improve efficiency, generate continuous improvement and build accountability
Assist in adopting a framework for the Procurement team involving regular vendor reviews and identify opportunities for vendor consolidation, cost reduction, and process improvement
Establish standard KPI/SLA metrics
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.
To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/ .
Assess the requirements of the organization to develop specifications for products/services; identify new service providers and research new products; manage supplier base for internal client groups
Lead negotiations with external vendors; monitor and control contracts and vendor performance; resolve ongoing, escalated issues (mitigate undue vendor supply/financial exposure)
Utilize knowledge of industry best practices to establish and implement procurement policies, procedures and processes that ensure organizational compliance while effectively managing the needs of various internal stakeholders
Support departmental priorities, providing input in the day-to-day challenges and decision-making process
Be a Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing best-in-class advisory services to all levels of the organization, including Executives
Support the Procure to Pay module by liaising with key team members as the SME on purchasing and requisitioner requirements
Conduct analysis on spending and budget data; present findings and make recommendations to senior management through business case reviews to improve financial controls and realize cost savings
Take initiative to collaborate with the legal department and ensure optimal preparation and structure of service and consulting contracts
Develop and lead the process for periodic evaluation of supplier performance and/or vendor reviews as needed
Help lead the development of an enterprise-wide vendor management strategy involving the evaluation, selection, and onboarding of strategic vendors, ensuring they meet quality, reliability, and compliance standards
Assist in the design and implementation of standardized TCI vendor key performance measures, score-carding, Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), risk indicators and outcome targets to improve efficiency, generate continuous improvement and build accountability
Assist in adopting a framework for the Procurement team involving regular vendor reviews and identify opportunities for vendor consolidation, cost reduction, and process improvement
Establish standard KPI/SLA metrics
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.
To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/ .
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