Category Manager (IT)

Davita Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workplace furnishings company is seeking a Category Manager for IT Procurement to join their Operations team. This strategic role involves leading procurement efforts across significant spending, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships to drive operational excellence. As part of a collaborative team, you will impact large-scale projects and contribute to a commitment to innovation and sustainable practices.

Benefits

Relocation assistance available

Benefits starting from Day 1

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• 6+ years in procurement or category management with IT focus.
• Expertise with Oracle, Microsoft, SAP, etc.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT procurement and sourcing initiatives across a $25M-$35M spend portfolio.
• Negotiate complex, high-stakes contracts including cloud services.
• Design and execute IT category strategy aligning with broader business goals.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier Management

Strategic Sourcing

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Description

Position at HNI Workplace Furnishings

Category Manager, IT Procurement
Location: On-site in Muscatine, IA or Remote with 50-60% Travel

At HNI Corporation, we're more than a workplace furnishings leader - we're a global family of brands committed to creating inspiring environments where people live, work, and gather. Rooted in integrity, inclusion, and innovation, we empower our team members to make a meaningful difference every day.

Your Impact Starts the Day You Do!

What We Need:

We're looking for a forward-thinking, results-driven Category Manager, IT Procurement to join our HNI Workplace Furnishings - Operations team. In this highly visible and strategic role, you'll lead IT procurement and sourcing initiatives across a $25M-$35M spend portfolio - shaping our vendor relationships, optimizing costs, and driving operational excellence.

This is an incredible opportunity to contribute to high-impact, enterprise-wide transformation efforts while working alongside collaborative, passionate professionals who value progress and performance.

What You Will Do:

Lead with Strategy:
Design and execute a robust IT category strategy that aligns with HNI's broader business goals, fuels innovation, and delivers measurable value.
Drive Meaningful Cost Savings:
Uncover and implement impactful cost optimization opportunities through strategic sourcing, license model evaluations, and supplier consolidation efforts.
Negotiate High-Value Agreements:
Take the lead in negotiating complex, high-stakes contracts - including cloud services, MCA, ULA, and usage-based agreements with ARC (Additional Resource Charges) and RRC (Reduced Resource Credits) - that support scalability, performance, and compliance.
Manage Critical Supplier Relationships:
Build and nurture trusted partnerships with top-tier IT vendors, ensuring accountability, service excellence, and long-term collaboration.
Execute Strategic Sourcing:
Own the full sourcing lifecycle - from market research and RFP management to bid evaluation and contract finalization - ensuring we partner with the right suppliers, at the right time, for the right value.
Lead Major Implementations:
Spearhead enterprise-level IT projects and large-scale implementations with platforms such as Oracle and Microsoft, helping us stay ahead in a competitive digital landscape.
Mitigate Risk Proactively:
Ensure all IT agreements meet rigorous legal, ethical, and financial standards - including careful evaluation of indemnification clauses, deadspace bands, and sweep provisions.
Stay Ahead of the Curve:
Continuously monitor IT market trends and sourcing best practices to keep our strategies fresh, forward-looking, and future-ready.
Champion Supplier Diversity:
Actively support our diversity and inclusion commitments by identifying and engaging with a wide range of suppliers.

What You Bring:

Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
6+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management with a strong focus on IT.
Proven expertise working with leading enterprise platforms including Oracle, Microsoft, SAP, Infor, Salesforce, Cisco, and Palo Alto.
A solid track record of negotiating and managing complex agreements, including cloud contracts, MCA/ULA agreements, and usage-based pricing models (ARC/RRC).
In-depth knowledge of critical contract terms such as indemnification, deadspace, and sweep clauses.
Experience leading large-scale enterprise software and cloud implementations, with a focus on performance, integration, and cost-efficiency.
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to turn insights into action.
Proficiency with procurement tools and an understanding of cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
A strategic thinker with high attention to detail, self-motivation, and a passion for driving results.

Why You'll Love Working at HNI:

Make a visible impact from day one.
Be part of a company that values innovation and encourages new ideas.
Join a supportive, inclusive team where collaboration and growth are part of the culture.
Play a key role in enterprise-level digital transformation.

Location and Travel:

This role is based on-site in Muscatine, IA or can be remote with 50-60% travel.
Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates ready to make a move and make a difference.

HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI) is a manufacturer of workplace furnishings and building products, operating under two segments. The workplace furnishings segment is a leading global designer and provider of commercial furnishings, going to market under multiple unique brands. The residential building products segment is the nation's leading manufacturer and marketer of hearth products.
We offer benefits starting from Day 1. To learn more, visit www.HNIbenefits.com.
Our company endeavors to make www.hnicareers.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 563-272-7400 or via email at [emailprotected] Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.