Aon is in the business of better decisions At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. As part of an industry-leading team, you will help empower results for our clients by delivering innovative and effective solutions as part of our Global Spend Management (GSM) team based in Chicago, IL. Your Impact As A GSM IT Outsourcing Category Director The Global Category Director leads the global category strategy and executes the sourcing process to yield best value for the firm, while maintaining appropriate levels of quality, governed by contracts that minimize Aon’s risk. This position works closely with the business units, applying the Global Spend Management sourcing and procurement policies and strategies to meet the needs of internal customer requirements. Responsible to independently manage teams of internal category / subject-matter experts through the strategic sourcing process, regardless of the specific industry the purchase is associated with, for levels of transactions of above average complexity. What the day will look like Leads a Global cross-functional team in the development of sourcing strategies for the IT Outsourcing category by including long range objectives, performance goals and metrics for each category. Collaborates with legal, marketing, people organization, technology organization, privacy and other stakeholders to champion and influence the sourcing initiatives. Manage the overall relationship with the category suppliers, including the goals and objectives of the business. Embrace the corporate supplier diversity objectives and seek to contract with diverse firms, or secure commitments from primary suppliers to subcontract / use diverse suppliers. Remain involved in quarterly review meetings with supplier to stay current on opportunities and issues, validate that supplier is performing according to the contract, and be able to re-source when agreement comes due. Draft and negotiate business contract language of above average complexity. Assist internal client with gaining consensus for final recommendation, finalize agreement accordingly and timely, and assist with implementation / transition / communication. Lead and mentor a team of Category Managers and specialists, providing guidance, training, and support to enhance their capabilities and drive performance excellence. Skills and experience that will lead to success A minimum of 8-10+ years of IT Outsourcing, Application Management Services and Applications Development Procurement experience that includes relationships and contracts. Bachelor’s degree, Ability to work in a geographically diverse workplace Must have excellent presentation, written, and verbal communication skills Ability to think and act strategically while engaging and executing tactically as appropriate to drive results Experience working with all levels of management including “C” Level Strong negotiation and world class supplier relations skills Position requires some travel Excellent people management skills How we support our colleagues In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Pay Transparency Laws: The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $150,000 - $175,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location. The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Chicago, Illinois The actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location. This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon’s annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan. Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies. #LI-SP1 #LI-HYBRID 2544489