IT Category Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Formulate and execute global category strategies for designated IT categories, ensuring alignment with Jabil's overarching business goals.

• Perform extensive market research, supplier identification, and expenditure analysis to uncover opportunities for cost savings and efficiency enhancements.

• Oversee and direct the complete sourcing process, which includes the development of RFI/RFP documents, negotiation of terms and conditions, and finalization of contracts.

• Establish and nurture robust relationships with key IT suppliers, monitoring their performance, addressing issues, and promoting continuous improvement.

• Collaborate across various functions with IT stakeholders, legal, and finance teams to ensure successful project delivery and adherence to compliance standards.

• Identify and alleviate supply chain risks, guaranteeing the continuity of supply for essential IT assets and services.

• Monitor and report on category performance metrics, including cost savings, supplier effectiveness, and compliance measures.

• Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in IT procurement and supply chain management.

• Guide and mentor junior procurement professionals within the IT category.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related discipline.

• A Master’s degree is preferred.

• Over 7 years of progressive experience in IT procurement, category management, or strategic sourcing within a large global organization.

• A proven history of successfully negotiating complex IT contracts and achieving substantial cost reductions.

• A strong grasp of IT hardware, software licensing models, cloud services, and IT professional services.

• Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and communication skills (both written and verbal).

• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders at all levels.

• Proficient in procurement software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle).

• Demonstrated capability to manage multiple projects at once and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Certifications such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) are a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

• Paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during your initial year of employment.

• Four weeks of paid parental leave.

• In 2027, 11 company-paid holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays), subject to annual changes.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase program.