Category Manager, Software, Google Procurement

Category Manager, Software, Google Procurement

Category Manager, Software, Google Procurement

Location : Chicago, IL, USA

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, related field, or equivalent practical experience.

4 years of work experience within a procurement or related function.

Experience with sourcing strategies, RFx processes, negotiations, or supplier evaluations within software or related categories.

Experience with software category agreements.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree or PhD in a related field.

Certifications in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or a related field.

Experience in developing and managing key performance indicators and metrics to measure category performance and track progress towards goals.

Ability to lead projects or initiatives aimed at improving procurement processes, implementing new strategies, or driving innovation within the software category.

Excellent project management skills.

Proficiency in leveraging technology and problem-solving tools to enhance category management practices, driving data-driven decision-making through the analysis of procurement data, report generation, and insightful contributions to performance evaluation within the software category.

About the Job

In the Google Procurement Organization (GPO), our aim is to unlock the value for Google to reinvest in what matters most. We do this by bringing velocity, efficiency, and security to buying at Google, while partnering across Google to deliver solutions fit for purpose. As a centralized organization operating in a high complexity environment, we bring "one voice" to stakeholders and suppliers to ensure the best outcomes. Our organization fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation while providing opportunities for ongoing career growth and development. Within the Google Procurement Organization, the Category Management team partners closely with key stakeholders to help shape and implement procurement strategies. The Category team is responsible for developing and driving holistic category strategies, managing stakeholder relationships, and bringing excellence to Google-wide sourcing, supplier, and agreement management. In this role, you will be responsible for pioneering innovative category and sourcing strategies, cultivating supplier relationships, and optimizing spend categories through data-driven insights to unlock value for Google.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $107,000-$153,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law.