Category manager

The Category Manager will support sourcing, contracting, and category management activities for Professional Services. The initial focus will be on RFP execution, supplier negotiations, and contract support. Over the course of the assignment, responsibilities may expand to include broader category management activities based on business priorities and demonstrated capability. The role will work closely with internal business partners, Legal, Finance, and Procurement to ensure sourcing activities are executed in accordance with company procurement policies, governance standards, and business objectives. Hybrid - must be located within a reasonable commuting distance of one of the following office locations: - Alpharetta, GA - Irving, TX Qualifications:

• Advanced negotiation and commercial acumen.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail with a compliance-focused mindset.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating cross-functionally.
• Experience supporting Professional Services categories (e.g., consulting, IT services, managed services).
• Experience supporting or performing category management activities.
• Experience working within an enterprise or regulated procurement environment.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field.
• 7-10 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, contracting, or professional services.
• Demonstrated experience supporting or leading RFPs, supplier negotiations, and contract execution.
• Advanced organizational, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with procurement and contract management tools preferred.

salary: $54 - $59 per hour
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

• Support and lead RFP/RFQ activities, including requirements development, supplier coordination, proposal evaluation, and award documentation.
• Support and/or lead supplier negotiations, including pricing, commercial terms, and service agreements.
• Coordinate with Legal on contract drafting, review, amendments, and execution.
• Partner with business stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure alignment with sourcing strategies and timelines.
• Support supplier engagement activities and issue resolution as required.
• Provide regular status updates, risk identification, and recommendations to Procurement and business stakeholders.
• Conduct market and supplier analysis to support sourcing decisions.
• Support assigned category management activities, with scope potentially expanding over time.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, documentation standards, and audit requirements.
• Support continuous improvement of sourcing and contracting processes.

Skills

• RFP Experience
• Contract Negotiation
• Sourcing
• Supply Chain
• Microsoft Office

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 7 years
• Experience level: Experienced

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.