Category Lead I (Procurement)

Holman is a family-owned, global automotive services organization anchored by our deeply rooted core values and principles that have enabled us to continue Driving What’s Right throughout the last century. Our teams deliver the Holman Experience by treating our customers and each other as we would like to be treated, and creating positive, rewarding relationships all around. The automotive markets Holman serves include fleet management and leasing; vehicle fabrication and upfitting; component manufacturing and productivity solutions; powertrain distribution and logistics services; commercial and personal insurance and risk management; and retail automotive sales as one of the largest privately owned dealership groups in the United States. Holman is currently accepting applications for the role of Procurement Category Lead I. Principal Purpose of Position: Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, in line with current corporate strategy to provide for continual improvement in sourcing Analyze internal customer’s needs and investigate potential new suppliers Lead, support and manage the RFP process to obtain the best possible terms with suppliers Serve as a liaison between suppliers and legal department during contract negotiation Submit necessary paperwork to ensure completeness and compliance with company policy related to suppliers (Contract, Vendor Access Agreement, COI) Play a key role in communicating change of suppliers and implementation of same with key operations personnel Analyze contracts, invoices and documentation for compliance with existing agreements (KPIs, SLAs, price). Create detailed reports based on findings and follow up on resolutions Analyze and calculate current costs of procurement and suggest methods to decrease expenditures Monitor vendor performance and investigate vendor complaints to ensure a satisfactory resolution for all parties Ability to identify how suppliers affect the company across all business lines and how changes in the relationship may impact other areas of the business Support special projects or initiatives as required Education and/or Training: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Information Systems, or related fields. Working knowledge of Iaas/Paas cost drivers, consumption models, and FinOp principles; able to partner with Centers of Excellence or architects to right-size solutions. Familiar with PCI-DSS, SOC 2, ISO 27001, or similar regulatory framework Clear understanding of contract terms and conditions CPSM certification preferred Relevant Work Experience: Tableau and/or PowerBI, and cost-modeling Hands-on-sourcing or vendor-management experience with payment processors, core banking or trading platforms, RegTech, or digital assets infrastructure. 5-8 years strategic sourcing/category management, with at least 3 years owning complex IT spend (software, Saas, cloud, hardware) and financial-services/treasury spend (payment platforms, banking services, risk and compliance tools) Proven ability to run full source-to-contract lifecycle, negotiate master agreements, and drive measurable savings/ROI Planning/Organizing/Managerial Knowledge: Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.). Attention to detail, accuracy in addition to the ability to work effectively independently and as a team member. Must have strong time management and organizational skills. Desire to learn new skills / concepts. Outputs: Strong interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills. Goals will be set and monitored for achievement Success will be tracked through cost and time savings through efficiency enhancements Communication amongst team members and company-wide is key to success #HYBRID #LI-MG1 INDMISC At Holman, we exist to provide rewarding careers and better lives for employees and their families. We hire, train, empower, and reward exceptional people. Our journey is guided by our desire to get it right every time and the acknowledgement that we have an opportunity to be better. To be better, we have to do better, and to do better we must know better. That’s why we are listening, open to learning new things – about ourselves and each other. We will never stop striving for improved diversity, equity, and inclusion because we are successful together when we feel trusted and supported. It’s The Holman Way. At Holman, your total compensation goes beyond your paycheck. To position you for success and provide a rewarding career and better life for you and your family, Holman is proud to offer you the benefits you deserve; including protection against illness, disability, loss of work, or preparation for retirement. Below is a brief overview of the programs available to full-time employees (programs may vary by country or worker type): Health Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Life and Disability Insurance Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts Employee Assistance Program 401(k) plan with Company Match Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty Paid Pregnancy/Parental leave Paid Military Leave Tuition Reimbursement Benefits: Regular Full-Time We offer excellent benefits including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance, and 401(k) with company match. Our time off benefits include Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, bereavement, and jury duty. In addition, we offer paid pregnancy and parental leave, and supplemental paid military leave to eligible employees. Temporary or Part-Time In geographic areas with statutory paid sick leave, part-time and temporary employees will receive a paid sick leave benefit that meets the mandated requirements. Pay: We offer competitive wages that are commensurate with job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and geographic location, starting in the range of $67,670.00 - $98,125.00 USD annually for full time employees. The annual compensation range is comprised of base pay earnings. Artificial Intelligence Statement To maintain the integrity and authenticity of our hiring process, we kindly request that all candidates refrain from using artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate, assist with, or enhance any part of their application materials (including resumes, cover letters, written and verbal responses, and images) or during any stage of the interview process. We value genuine, original work that reflects your personal experience, skills, and communication style. As part of our commitment to a fair and transparent evaluation process, please be advised that we may use technology to detect AI-generated content submitted by candidates. Candidates found to have used AI assistance in violation of this policy may be disqualified from consideration. Equal Opportunity Employment and Accommodations: Holman provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please contact HR@Holman.com This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. At Holman, we do business The Holman Way by doing the right thing for our employees, our customers, and the community. We are a global automotive leader with more than 6,500 employees across the world delivering exceptional fleet leasing and management services, van and truck productivity solutions, vehicle fabrication and upfitting, powertrain component distribution, automotive retail sales and service experiences, insurance and risk mitigation, and automotive-centric innovative solutions. Headquartered in Southern New Jersey since 1924, we’re looking for talented individuals to join our Great Place to Work certified culture and drive another century of success built on investing in people. Apply today and see why life is better The Holman Way.

Salary : $67,670 - $98,125