Category Manager Technology Data AI Hyperscalers

iShare Inc; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

iShare Inc is seeking a Category Manager in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In this role, you will drive sourcing execution and category management for technology, data, AI, and cloud hyperscalers (AWS, Azure, GCP). Responsibilities include developing sourcing strategies, managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of sourcing experience in IT and holds a Bachelor's degree. Strong project management skills and SAP Ariba knowledge are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sourcing/procurement experience with a focus on IT Hardware & Infrastructure.
• Proven experience as a Sourcing Specialist, Procurement Specialist, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies, procurement best practices, and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of category strategies across technology, data, AI, and cloud.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, vendor consolidation, and demand management.
• Manage sourcing and renewals for hyperscaler contracts and cloud consumption programs.

Skills

Strategic sourcing methodologies

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

SAP Ariba

Job description

Category Manager – Technology, Data, AI & Hyperscalers

The Category Manager will drive end-to-end sourcing execution and category management across enterprise technology spend, including cloud hyperscalers (AWS, Azure, GCP), data platforms, and AI solutions. The role combines hands‑on sourcing delivery with category strategy and execution.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of category strategies across technology, data, AI, and cloud.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, vendor consolidation, and demand management.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for Tech Deals across cloud hyperscalers (AWS, Azure, GCP), data platforms, and AI solutions.
• Manage sourcing and renewals for hyperscaler contracts and cloud consumption programs.
• Manage end‑to‑end sourcing cycle, understand business needs, perform vendor research to identify potential participants to getting the contract signed.
• Develop and publish RFP in Ariba.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and gather market intelligence to support decision‑making.
• Lead supplier selection and qualification processes, including issuing RFIs, RFPs, and conducting supplier evaluations and negotiations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and ensure the sourcing strategy meets their needs.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to secure favorable agreements that optimize value while mitigating risks.
• Manage project plan for all assigned sourcing requests from requirement gathering to contracting.
• Liaise with legal, business and supplier to finalize contracts.
• Document and analyze supplier responses to ensure they contain valid and detailed information.
• Co‑ordination with various stakeholders (business, procurement, suppliers) for setting up meetings, presentations and other sessions.
• Liaising with business stakeholders, procurement team and suppliers to ensure timely and successful completions of tasks and activities (related to RFx events, NDA management and contracting).
• Collaborate with Technology, Data, AI, Security, Finance, and Legal teams to align sourcing outcomes.
• Maintain project plans/ tracker for all requests and sourcing events, including timely reporting to all stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 5+ years of sourcing/procurement experience with a focus on IT Hardware & Infrastructure.
• Proven experience as a Sourcing Specialist, Procurement Specialist, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies, procurement best practices, and supplier management.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good project management/ business analysis/ process analysis skills.
• Working knowledge of SAP Ariba, primarily in Sourcing and Contract workspace.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification will be a plus.