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Evanston, Illinois · USA job

Procurement Category Manager - Software

Indigo Vision

Evanston, Illinois

Job description

Overview

In this pipeline role, you will help shape procurement for software categories, leading strategic sourcing and supplier management to optimize value. You'll work with cross-functional teams to align procurement with business goals and drive cost reductions. You'll engage in contracts, performance reviews, and stakeholder communication to enable reliable, compliant sourcing for mission-critical technologies. This is an opportunity to influence supplier partnerships and contribute to a safer, more resilient enterprise.

Compensation / Benefits
  • Incentive bonus plans
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
  • 401K with Company Match
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies for assigned categories (primarily software)
  • Lead competitive bidding processes (RFx), negotiate terms, and manage contract lifecycle
  • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, conduct performance reviews, drive continuous improvement
  • Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives and process improvements, track KPIs
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to align procurement with organizational goals
  • Manage entire contract lifecycle-from negotiation to renewal and termination, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance
  • Develop and manage budgets, forecast spend, and analyze financial data for savings and efficiency improvements
Key requirements
  • 2+ years of experience in Logistics, Procurement, Category Management, or related fields
  • Proven experience in strategic sourcing and category management
  • Strong negotiation and contract management skills
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
  • Proficiency in using procurement tools and technologies
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Experience working with diverse stakeholders at all organizational levels
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • communication
  • interpersonal skills
  • presentation skills
  • procurement tools and technologies
  • contract management
  • KPI tracking and financial analysis

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