About the role: 

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As an IT Category Manager, you will play a pivotal role in partnering with internal department leaders to manage the external IT spend processes to develop strategic sourcing strategies for the aligned business units. Our Procurement team is a dynamic and elite group, seeking a professional with proven category expertise, knowledge, and experience to meet and exceed the sourcing and procurement needs of our business.
  

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What’s in it for you:

\n\nCompetitive compensation, benefits package, and company perks \nAdvancement opportunities with aggressive and structured career paths \nReimbursement for continuous education and technical training \nBe a part of a company with a history of investing in people and technology\nWe win wherever we go – Voted a 2019-2024 Computerworld Best Places to Work in IT
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What you’ll be doing:

\n\nStrategic Procurement: Develop and implement procurement strategies for IT-related goods and services, ensuring alignment with the company's goals and objectives.\nVendor Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with key IT vendors, negotiate favorable terms, and ensure high performance and compliance.\nContract Management: Oversee the drafting, review, and negotiation of IT contracts, ensuring all agreements meet legal and company standards.\nSpend Analysis: Monitor and analyze IT spend to identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure budget adherence.\nCollaboration: Work closely with the CIO, IT VPs/Directors, and other stakeholders to understand IT needs and ensure procurement strategies support business objectives.\nRisk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with IT procurement, including supply chain disruptions and vendor performance issues.\nMarket Research: Stay informed about market trends and emerging technologies to make informed purchasing decisions.\nReporting: Prepare and present regular reports on IT procurement activities, spend analysis, and vendor performance to senior management.
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What you need: 

\n\nBachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, or a related field.\n3+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Category Management, or a related field.\nStrong interpersonal and communication skills.\nAbility to present and engage effectively with Senior Leadership.\nSelf-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.\nProven experience with Microsoft Excel, including advanced analysis, formulas, data capture, charts, graphs, and presentations.\nExcellent mathematical and analytical abilities.
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Where you'll be: 4289 Ivy Pointe Blvd, Cincinnati, OH 45245