What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Category Manager position at AppleOne Employment Services?
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Category Manager to support Corporate Services Procurement initiatives within a global organization. This role will focus on strategic sourcing, supplier management, Travel & Expense programs, procurement transformation initiatives, and enterprise-wide process improvement projects.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in indirect procurement, travel management, supplier negotiations, corporate card programs, procurement operations, and cross-functional stakeholder engagement within a complex enterprise environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and execute category strategies for Corporate Services Procurement
• Lead strategic sourcing and supplier management initiatives
• Manage Travel & Expense related procurement programs
• Support and/or lead TMC sourcing and implementation initiatives
• Manage supplier negotiations, contract reviews, and governance activities
• Drive procurement transformation and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process improvements
• Partner with Finance, AP, Legal, HR, IT, and Operations stakeholders
• Support procurement systems and workflow optimization projects
• Monitor supplier KPIs, SLAs, and operational performance
• Deliver cost savings and process improvement initiatives
Required Qualifications:
• 5 years of experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, or Procurement Operations
• Experience with Travel & Expense programs and supplier management
• Experience with TMCs, travel programs, or corporate travel procurement
• Experience with corporate card, P-card, or payment solutions
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with systems such as SAP Ariba, Concur, Workday, Coupa, or similar procurement/P2P tools
• Strong analytical and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
• Procurement transformation or implementation experience
• Experience in global or enterprise procurement environments
• MBA, CIPS, CPSM, or related certifications preferred
Salary : $120,000 - $150,000