Category Manager

Integrated Resources, Inc

Newark, New Jersey

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Contractor

SKILLS

Accounting, Analysis Skills, Ariba, Best Practices, Bidding, Business Administration, Business Strategy, Candidate Sourcing, Category Management, Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), Clinical Research, Communication Skills, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Satisfaction, Finance, Healthcare, Information Technology & Information Systems, Intelligence Gathering, Leadership, Legal, Licensing, Market Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Negotiation Skills, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Proposal Development, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Management, Regulations, Rehabilitation Nursing, Request for Proposals (RFP), Risk, Risk Analysis, Set Goals, Software Development, Sourcing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Supply Chain Management, Team Lead/Manager, Telecommunications, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Quality Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Writing Skills, eSourcing

LOCATION

Newark, New Jersey

POSTED

1 day ago

Category ManagerA Few Words About Us Integrated Resources, Inc is a premier staffing firm recognized as one of the tri-states most well-respected professional specialty firms. IRI has built its reputation on excellent service and integrity since its inception in 1996. Our mission centers on delivering only the best quality talent, the first time and every time. We provide quality resources in four specialty areas: Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing.Job DescriptionPosition: Category ManagerLocation: Newark NJDuration: 6 monthThis Category Manager II role is responsible for implementing and executing sourcing strategies, initiatives, and projects for Information Technology. The Category Manager II will be responsible for driving performance from the supply base and internal procurement team, which include competitive market analysis; supplier identification and relationship management; execution of the RFI/RFP and competitive bid process; contract and price negotiations; and the day to day management of assigned programs to drive savings, improve business processes and comply with all corporate, legal and regulatory policies. This role will lead a team of Specialists to ensure the Sourcing Strategy is communicated, executed and aligned to the overall organizational strategy. Category Manager IIs will lead and drive cross-functional sourcing agenda and drive alignment between category strategies and the needs and requirements of the business. The role includes the following sets of responsibilities:Partner with the business units to develop and consistently execute category strategies and sourcing plans that support the overall strategy of the businessAnalyze category markets and assess risk, gathering intelligence on fundamental conditions and technical information that impact the categoryConsider current status of category supplier contracts and agreements in strategy developmentInteracting with internal stakeholders and providing category leadership to Business Partners using procurement servicesDriving organizational alignment with high level business partnersDeveloping category strategies and providing proactive sourcing category advice to Business PartnersLeading cross-functional category teams in selecting suppliers offering the best overall value.Providing contract life cycle management of a significant, complex commodity which includes research of potential vendors, development of Request for Proposals, and the negotiation of terms and conditions that protects the company from risk and achieves best in class termsNegotiating contracts and development of clearly defined Statements of WorkManaging overall supplier relationship and contract termManage and lead teams in the source selection processManage the contract life cycle of complex category agreementsEducation/Experience:Requires strong category management subject matter expertise necessary to provide quality value-added category advice to business partners and teamRequires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a business-related field (e.g., Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management); MBA a plusRequires 7+ years of professional experience in sourcing and category management with a deep understanding of best practicesExperience in the HealthCare domain is a plusDemonstrated experience with developing and implementing successful cost saving initiativesExperience collaborating with internal and external resources to develop sourcing and negotiation strategies that meet established goals and timelinesExperience managing direct reports, projects and/or cross functional teamsAbility to identify and quantify business benefit (cost savings, cost avoidance, client satisfaction, quality improvement, etc.)Experience in preparing and presenting reports and briefings to Executive ManagementAdditional licensing, certifications, registrations:C.P.M. or C.P.S.M. certification is a plusMBA a plusKnowledge:Solid understanding of procurement trends and best practices (i.e., reverse auctions, e-sourcing, etc.)Requires expert knowledge of contract negotiation strategies and processesGood knowledge of legal environment related to supplier contracts and agreementsWorking knowledge of vendor performance management and contract administrationStrong current hands on knowledge and experience sourcing the full breath of Information Technology products and services, including, but not limited to, enterprise wide software, enterprise wide hardware, Off-Shore Application Development, Telecommunications, and Managed Services agreementsSkills and Abilities:Excellent communication skills (written and oral)Strong analytical skillsTakes accountabilityStrong customer focusProficiency with procurement systems including sourcing, contract management and transactional systems (e.g., ARIBA)Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skillsQualificationsRequires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a business-related field (e.g., Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management); MBA a plusAdditional InformationKind Regards Sachin Gaikwad

Category Manager

Integrated Resources, Inc

Newark, New Jersey

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Integrated Resources, Inc

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