Category Manager, Contingent Labor

UL Solutions; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 104,200 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading solutions firm in Chicago is seeking a Category Manager, Contingent Labor. This role requires developing and executing sourcing strategies for contingent labor, leading key initiatives, and managing supplier relationships. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience in sourcing. The position offers a competitive salary range of $104,200 to $130,000 and a range of benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in developing and executing category strategies.
• Comfortable interacting with and presenting to senior leadership.
• Proven track record of delivering cost reductions through effective sourcing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop category plans and sourcing strategies.
• Lead key sourcing initiatives to achieve best value.
• Build and enhance relationships with strategic suppliers.

Skills

Relationship management

Cross-functional leadership

Sourcing strategy development

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, Information Technology, Supply Management, or related field

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This role is hybrid on-site at our Northbrook, IL corporate office (3) days a week

This role will lead the development and execution of category plans for the Contingent Workforce category. The manager of this area will be responsible for implementing a range of initiatives to support UL and Global Sourcing objectives.

Resonsibilities:

• Develop category plans and sourcing strategies containing a portfolio of key initiatives.
• Lead or support category planning and execution.
• Lead key sourcing initiatives, achieving best value within acceptable risk.
• Contribute to the development of the annual pipeline sourcing initiatives.
• Rationalize the number of suppliers and reduce fragmentation in the spend base to simplify the supplier landscape and drive commercial efficiency.
• Manage key suppliers to ensure that all contractual obligations are met, initiatives are performing against business case, and that issues and disputes are resolved in a timely manner.
• Build and enhance relationships with strategic suppliers to deliver high levels of service while maintaining best in class commercial terms and conditions.
• Solve complex problems and take a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, Information Technology, Supply Management, or related field, CPSM certification a plus.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in developing and executing category strategies in categories. Familiarity with technologies available in the marketplace today.
• Comfortable interacting with and presenting to senior leadership.
• Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations and lead functional teams/ projects.
• Proven track record of delivering significant and sustainable cost reductions through effective development and execution of sourcing strategy.
• Superior relationship management and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Experienced sourcing practitioner, understanding of best-practice sourcing methodology and a demonstrated track record of working ethically to achieve excellent outcomes.
• Knowledge of standard commercial contracting practices and procedures.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and able to navigate in times of uncertainty, prioritize, and manage expectations.
• Ability to take a hands-on approach to analyze and interpret spend data is support of sourcing initiatives and UL Solutions business objectives.

Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $104,200 to $130,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 20% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing, Finance, and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

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