Category Manager – Infrastructure, Security, Network

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Hungary, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Develop global sourcing and procurement strategies within the Infrastructure category, managing approximately $10M in expenditures.

• Negotiate with suppliers to secure the best contractual terms while maintaining satisfaction among internal stakeholders.

• Leverage industry expertise and market insights to guide strategic choices and enhance sourcing methods.

• Foster relationships with key business stakeholders to address current and future operational needs.

• Define and implement sourcing or category management strategies that align with organizational objectives.

• Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration with IT and other business units.

• Oversee supplier relationships and negotiate contracts effectively.

• Ensure adherence to quality standards, regulatory requirements, internal policies, legal obligations, and quality-system standards.

• Conduct thorough market research and competitive assessments.

• Promote cost savings, risk management, and sustainability efforts.

• Lead or assist in supplier transitions, audits, and performance assessments.

• Track and report on category performance metrics while implementing enhancements.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members.

• Support global and regional sourcing initiatives and projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or category management.

• Demonstrated experience in negotiating complex contracts and overseeing supplier performance.

• Strong analytical abilities, communication skills, and project management expertise.

• Experience in a matrixed, global organization.

• Familiarity with contract terms, redlining, and negotiation strategies.

• Strong leadership and influencing capabilities.

• Lean/Six Sigma certification or experience with process improvement methodologies.

• Ability to handle multiple priorities and achieve results under pressure.

• Proficiency in sourcing tools and systems.

• Willingness to travel up to 25% as required.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship for an employment visa is not available now or in the future.

• Successful completion of a drug screening, if applicable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Paid time off.

• 401(k) plan with options for both employee and company contributions.

• Life, disability, and accident insurance.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Positive work environment.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Engaging career challenges.

• Competitive salary.

• Performance-based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonuses and/or long-term incentives (LTI).

• Relocation assistance is not available.