Category Manager in Minneapolis, MN or Denver, CO (Hybrid)HireTalent - Staffing & Recruiting Firm • Denver, CO, United States
Category Manager in Minneapolis, MN or Denver, CO (Hybrid)
HireTalent - Staffing & Recruiting Firm • Denver, CO, United States
1 day ago
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- Full-time
Job descriptionProvide support for Wind Projects. Manage contracts and regulatory / tax-driven projects with quick turnaround timelines. Engage with IT stakeholders on transformation projects. Conduct contract negotiations and vendor management. Support ongoing projects with minimal ramp-up time. Potential vendor or client site visits. Collaborative, cross-functional environment. High degree of independence expected. Senior-level role with influence on leadership. Occasional vendor or client visits (reimbursable). 10+ years IT sourcing / contracting experience. Strong background in SAP contracting and utility-based IT projects. Contract negotiations and vendor management. Experience with Customer Information Systems (CIS). Wind contracts and regulatory knowledge (for secondary role). Strong leadership and influencing ability. Communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills. Minimum 10 years IT contracting / sourcing experience. Utility industry experience preferred. Experience with multi-vendor environments and systems integrator services (nice to have). Bachelor’s degree required. Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) preferred. The Category Manager drives category strategy and execution for complex, high-impact categories. This includes developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, mitigating risks, and ensuring ongoing supplier performance. Develop and implement category strategies to optimize cost and operations. Conduct supply, demand, market, and cost analyses. Lead sourcing events, supplier qualification, and selection. Manage supplier relationships with a focus on performance, quality, and cost efficiency. Lead negotiations and resolve disputes with suppliers. Administer contracts, ensuring compliance and minimizing risk. Create and manage project plans aligned with sourcing and business initiatives. Drive continuous improvement in supply chain and business processes. 5+ years in sourcing, purchasing, or logistics. 2+ years in contract formation, negotiation, and project management preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and sourcing / purchasing systems. Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and customer service skills. CPSM certification preferred. Frequent participation in cross-functional meetings.
Job Title : Category Manager (Contract)
Location : Minneapolis, MN or Denver, CO (preferred) (Hybrid)
Duration : 06 months
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- Support transformational IT projects (Customer Information System, SAP S / 4, other initiatives).
- Lead contract negotiations, vendor management, and sourcing for complex technology projects.
Secondary Role (Conditional, ~6 months)
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