Category Manager - Remote, US

Paylocity; United States; Remote; USD 81,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of cloud-based HR solutions, Paylocity seeks an experienced Privacy Counsel to oversee its privacy program. This role involves engaging with stakeholders to implement best practices in data privacy, managing contracts, and enhancing compliance efforts. Join a company that values innovation and diversity.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Career development resources

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in procurement, sourcing or related field.
• Proven track record of leading and managing teams.
• Knowledge of data privacy regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to align on business objectives.
• Develop and implement strategic procurement category plans.
• Negotiate contracts and ensure compliance and risk minimization.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Data privacy practices

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, finance, business, or related field

Advanced degree

Professional certifications (e.g., CPM, CPSM)

Tools

Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) tools

Job description

Paylocity is an equal opportunity employer.

Company Overview

Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions, offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce. The company has become one of the fastest-growing HCM software providers worldwide by offering an intuitive, easy-to-use product suite that helps businesses automate and streamline HR and payroll processes, attract and retain talent, and build a strong workplace culture.

While traditional HR and payroll providers automate basic HR processes such as payroll and benefits administration, Paylocity goes further by developing tools that HR and businesses need to compete for talent and deliver against the expectations of the modern workforce.

We give our employees what they need to succeed, including great benefits and perks! We offer medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and a 401(k) match, as well as perks that support you, your family, and your finances. And if it’s career development you desire, we provide that, too! At Paylocity, people matter most and have always been at the heart of our business.

When you feel like you belong, work is no longer work – it's personal. At Paylocity, we believe better employees lead to better companies. Workplaces and cultures thatcarewill build the future, and at Paylocity, we’re doing just that. Join us as we change the future and transform your career!

There are jobs and then there arecareers. Since 1997, Paylocity has been hiring talented people, giving them big challenges, and providing the right resources to help them succeed. Our award-winning culture ensures all employees feel truly welcome, appreciated, and free to be themselves. While other companies talk about it, we make it happen. Join Paylocity and launch your career!

The Privacy Counsel plays a key role in advancing Paylocity’s privacy program by identifying, assessing, and addressing privacy risks. This role partners closely with cross-functional stakeholders to promote consistent, effective data privacy practices that minimize risk and protect personal information. As a strategic advisor and hands-on contributor, the Privacy Counsel will provide thought leadership and practical guidance on a range of privacy matters, including contracting, regulatory compliance, privacy-by-design, data minimization, and information safeguarding. This position is a people leader role and is ideal for an attorney eager to shape and manage a best-in-class privacy program.

Primary Responsibilities

The below represents the primary duties of the position, others may be assigned as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business objectives and priorities to source indirect third-party services and solutions.

• Develop and implement strategic category plans to meet the business goals of efficiency, quality, and cost optimization

• Supervise, plan, manage and assume complete responsibility for all activities and processes associated with the categories assigned

• Develop and maintain category plans that identify opportunities for operational efficiencies, drive cost savings, manage risk, improve safety, drive innovation, and ensure the continuous development of categories managed

• Lead and/or support RFxs creation, analysis, down select, and recommendations to senior management in partnership with the Sr. Procurement Specialist

• Review and redline third-party contracts (MSAs, SOWs, SAs, etc.), negotiate best commercial terms, and enforce the Delegation of Authority requirements for execution??

• Identify innovative procurement solutions that provide cashable savings and process efficiencies for the organization

• Perform procurement reporting and analysis of management information to identify potential improvement opportunities in alignment with the Procurement Center of Excellence

• Maintain contractual and business relationships with vendors

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

• Facilitate implementation of procurement change initiatives within the category to improve business performance and lead internal Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR) for your assigned categories.

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

• Hold regular cross-functional stakeholder meetings to align on progress and new opportunities??

• Identify and mitigate roadblocks to support resolutions and maintain internal business partner satisfaction

• Use agility to move between big picture thinking and detailed analysis

• Provide support and guidance to the Procurement Category Team

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, finance, business or related field

• An advanced degree is a plus

• Professional certification (e.g., CPM, CPSM, CIRM, CPIM) is a plus

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

• Proven track record of leading and managing teams both onshore and offshore, sourcing teams preferred

• Knowledge and experience with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) tools

Physical requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods: The role requires sitting at a desk or workstation for long periods, typically 7-8 hours a day.

• Use of computer and phone systems: The employee must be able to operate a computer, use phone systems, and type. This includes using multiple software programs and inquiries simultaneously.

Paylocity is an equal-opportunity employer. Paylocity is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. At Paylocity, we believe diversity makes us better. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, culture, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion or spiritual belief, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We actively cultivate these differences through our employee resource groups (ERGs), employee experiences, perspectives, talents, and approaches to drive innovation in the software and services we provide our customers. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail]. This email address is exclusively designated for such requests, aligning with federal and state disability laws. Please do not send resumes to this email address, as they will be removed.

The pay range for this position is $81,100-$130,000/yr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual performance in addition to a full range of benefits outlined here. opens in a new tab This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via www.paylocity.com/careers opens in a new tab .

At Paylocity, “We” is what makes us different. We are committed to fostering aculture that honors diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds, knowing that each makes us stronger andcollectively unbeatable together. We actively cultivate these differences as we engage each other in drivinginnovation in the software and services we provide our customers. Paylocity is an equal opportunityemployer.If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during theapplication process, please contact our services team at [phone].