Category Manager

Nutanix; Cheyenne (WY); Remote; USD 112,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutanix seeks a Category Manager for its procurement team, responsible for developing category strategies and managing supplier relationships. This remote role offers flexibility and requires strong negotiation and analytical skills. Join a collaborative team that values diverse perspectives and drives strategic sourcing.

Benefits

401(k) eligibility

Paid time off

Medical benefits

Discretionary awards

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in procurement or sourcing.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze data for informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement category strategies for procurement.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Conduct market research to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Leadership

Data Analysis

Tools

Coupa

ERP systems

E-sourcing platforms

Project management tools

Job description

**Hungry, Humble, Honest, with Heart.**

**The Opportunity**

Nutanix is looking for a Category Manager who wants to make their mark on a growing indirect procurement organization. This role will be responsible for providing category and supplier management support for multiple organizations across multiple categories of spend. This individual should be able to develop robust global category strategies to provide Nutanix with best-in-class pricing for goods and services.

**About the Team**

At Nutanix, the Procurement team is a close-knit group that thrives on collaboration and innovation. Comprising a manager and four full-time employees—two located in India and two in the US, along with a part-time contractor—the team works seamlessly across geographical boundaries. This diverse team dynamic fosters an environment where varied perspectives can flourish, driving better decision-making and strategic sourcing.

You will report to the Director of Procurement, who leads while encouraging a culture of open communication and teamwork. In terms of work setup, this role primarily supports remote work, allowing flexibility in your work-life balance.

**Your Role**

+ Create and implement category strategies to optimize procurement processes and achieve cost savings

+ Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure supplier performance meets organizational standards.

+ Maintain contractual and business relationships with vendors

+ Conduct research and analyze market trends to identify opportunities for cost reduction and improved efficiency

+ Establish a strong network and fosters collaboration with customers, suppliers, key stakeholders, and team members

+ Partner with internal stakeholders to drive efficiencies and reduce risks and costs for the categories under management.

+ Develop scenario plans for evolving environment within category

+ Identify and mitigate risks associated with within the categories

+ Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to procurement activities

+ Assist with the company’s acquisition strategies by completing the due diligence and integration activities for the spend categories

+ Develop and maintain expert knowledge of respective global supply markets, competitors, and product innovations

**What You Will Bring**

+ 5+ years’ experience in procurement, sourcing or related field delivering similar job outcomes

+ Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions

+ Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms with suppliers

+ Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders

+ Experience in managing procurement projects and initiatives

+ Strong leadership, collaboration and influencing skills

+ Strong business acumen, skillfully navigating functional priorities while delivering business objectives

+ Ability to develop business cases, presentations and stakeholder communications.

+ Experience with Coupa or site-relevant ERP systems, e-sourcing platforms, Request for quotation tools and project management tools

**Work Arrangement**

Remote: This position is primarily remote. There is no specific in-office requirement, however, there may be circumstances where you may be required to come into a local office for a specific purpose, and/or to travel to other locations based on business needs.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between USD $ 112,000 and USD $ 224,400 per year.

However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. Our application deadline is 40 days from the date of posting. In good faith, the posting may be removed prior to this date if the position is filled or extended in good faith.

We're an Equal Opportunity Employer Nutanix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and (in the U.S.) an Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other category protected by applicable law. We hire and promote individuals solely on the basis of qualifications for the job to be filled. We strive to foster an inclusive working environment that enables all our Nutants to be themselves and to do great work in a safe and welcoming environment, free of unlawful discrimination, intimidation or harassment. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by contacting [e-mail].