Category Manager III

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview:

Pay Range: $82.02hr - $87.02hr

Requirement/Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or other related degree program or related experience.
• 4-8 years of strategic sourcing or supply chain related experience with a major company preferred.
• Insurance industry experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated success of leading project teams to achieve quantifiable savings by applying various sourcing methods.
• First hand working knowledge of strategic sourcing methodology required.
• Strong negotiation experience required.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing the portfolio spend, developing cost reduction strategies, and conducting rigorous market analyses.
• Recommend short-term and long-term sourcing opportunities and provide risk/benefit analysis.
• Lead and facilitate supplier evaluations, negotiations, and change management efforts.
• Manage cost reduction programs and transactional activities in pursuit of total cost of ownership savings and enhanced service levels.
• Oversee a portfolio of cross-functional categories with multiple concurrent projects.
• Manage cross-functional teams to execute category-specific sourcing strategies, including the development of requirements.
• Develop market intelligence specific to the assigned portfolio of commodities including analysis of supplier capabilities, competitive landscape, and market trends.
• Track and report the performance of the category portfolio and manage any modifications to the portfolio.
• Develop project plans for relatively complex projects.
• Establish or support the establishment of contracts for strategic purchases and large spot buys when no existing contract exists.
• Develop and sustain processes and procedures for efficient sourcing and procurement.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and the Manager of Purchasing to identify and achieve category goals.

Nice to Have:

• MBA strongly preferred.
• Certified Purchasing Manager Certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of eProcurement and eSourcing systems is a plus.
• Specific content knowledge with categories in the Travel, IT, Facilities and Marketing functions are preferred.

Skills:

• Strong project management skills and results oriented.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detailed oriented.
• Ability to work in Ariba or able to quickly learn the Ariba system.

Qualification And Education:

• Bachelor's degree required.

Benefits

Our Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer : Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Systems

Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.

As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.