Job Title : Global Category Manager- IT Service
Job Duration : 6-8 Months on W2
Job Location : Indianapolis, IN, Hybrid Schedule
Job Description :
- Effective management of supplier relationships and strategic direction of partners and suppliers, which includes being accountable for managing issues that require escalation, conflict resolution, driving and improving in-contract supplier performance, and reporting out on KPIs to procurement.
- Lead complex negotiations through planning, performing cost analysis, drafting of contracts and creating business cases to maximize the value proposition across all major categories.
- Responsible for developing, deploying, and maintaining relevant integrated commodity / category supplier strategies that have a clear vision and a strategic framework for the designated commodity which requires understanding of the commodity landscape, associated risks, and ability to conduct long term planning.
- Manage the identification, assessment, and mitigation of commercial risks within the supply chain to ensure continuity and resilience.
- Manage & lead a team of buyer (s) to excel in their strategic tasks by fostering skill development and achieving superior outcomes for the business
Top Priority Skills :
Bachelor s Degree ( Business, Supply Chain Management ideal ) minimum with 7 years of experienceNeeds to be able to come in and manage the categoryIf someone has experience as a Buyer or Category Manager , but a Bachelor s in a different field, manager will considerMust be an independent contributor someone who will come in and take chargeQuick learnerWill manage IT for first 12 weeks, and then jump into Test in early 2026Any Aerospace or IT experience would be great, Automotive is good tooSocial skills, cross-functional leadership, teamworkThis person won t be managing people, everyone is an independent contributorBasic Requirements :
Associates degree in Business, Engineering, or other discipline and 7+ years of experience, ORBachelor s degree in Business, Engineering, or other discipline and 5+ years of experience ORMaster s degree in Business, Engineering, or discipline and 3+ years of experience, ORJD / PhD, OR9+ years of experience in lieu of a degreeIn order to be considered for this opportunity, you must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident