Hybrid schedule out of our office in Morristown, NJ or Hartford, CT office locations.

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays in office. Mondays and Fridays remote days.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

5 years of experience in category management. Experience with the software category specifically is strongly desired. Experience/knowledge of Coupa a plus.

The Strategic Sourcing & Real Estate (SSRE) department plays a critical role in The future by operating as a trusted business advisor with deep expertise that advances The business objectives and delivers exceptional customer experiences. SSRE is structured with three category management teams, Professional and Corporate Services, Technology & Outsourcing and Claims, complemented by sourcing delivery teams. We operate as advisors with our customers to positively impact business strategy, while optimizing the way we use third parties to meet enterprise and business unit objectives comprehensively.

This role can have a Hybrid work arrangement. Candidates who live near one of our office locations in Morristown, NJ will have the expectation of working in an office 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday).

Responsibilities:

Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders across corporate functions (Marketing, Sales, Legal, HR) during the category management and sourcing process.

Drive cost reductions within the assigned category by leveraging demand and supply opportunities.

Implement best practices specific to the category.

Lead supplier negotiations, optimizing spend and minimizing risk exposure.

Provide thought leadership, emphasizing business value alongside cost reduction.

Manage complex negotiations with major vendors, collaborating with legal, risk management, and other stakeholders.

Enhance sourcing maturity based on industry best practices and organizational changes.

Utilize procurement technology for end-to-end lifecycle management.

Foster strategic relationships with category suppliers.

Evaluate and onboard innovative suppliers.

Monitor category performance against internal savings goals.

Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years of experience in category strategy, sourcing, and negotiating software agreements.

Proven track record in procurement, including category strategy development and contract negotiation.

Strong analytical skills for long-term problem-solving.

Experience in market analysis and intelligence gathering.

Proficiency in negotiation and contracting best practices.

Excellent relationship management and communication skills.

Outcome-oriented with a focus on driving results.

Familiarity with data analytics in sourcing.

Strategic mindset, adaptability, and creativity.

Comfortable challenging conventional thinking.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,965.02 - $142,753.57 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you open to commute to Hartford, CT office or Morristown, NJ office locations?? (Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays in office. Mondays and Fridays remote days)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Category Management: 5 years (Required)
• Strategy, Sourcing, and Negotiating software agreements: 5 years (Required)
• Software category specifically is strongly desired: 2 years (Preferred)
• Coupa knowledge/experience is plus: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Hartford, CT 06134 (Required)

Work Location: In person