Global Category Lead: Strategic Sourcing & Growth

Jane Roberts Consulting; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jane Roberts Consulting is seeking a Global Procurement Category Lead - Portfolio to shape and execute a globally aligned procurement strategy across the Portfolio category. This role partners with business functions to deliver sustainable value through strategic sourcing, cost optimization, supplier risk management, and collaboration across regions.

You will steer 3-5 year category plans, lead SRM, manage RFX and contracts, monitor KPIs, and coach regional managers to ensure consistent

Qualifications

• 7+ years in global or regional category management with track record of developing and executing procurement strategies.
• Commercial acumen with stakeholder, negotiation and leadership skills; experienced in global, matrix organization.
• Tertiary qualification in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain or related discipline.
• Deep experience in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management and contract management; strong analytical, influencing and communication skills.
• Strategic mindset with ability to translate market insight into tangible business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a 3-5 year Global Category Strategy aligned to business and regional needs.
• Lead global sourcing initiatives including RFX processes, negotiations and contract management.
• Drive value through total cost of ownership, risk mitigation and supplier consolidation.
• Establish and lead Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) frameworks.
• Provide market intelligence and insights to inform sourcing decisions.
• Partner with global and regional leaders across procurement, finance, supply chain and the business.
• Coach and support regional category managers to ensure consistent execution of global strategies.
• Define and track category KPIs covering savings, service, innovation and performance.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Category management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Procurement/Supply Chain

Job description

Jane Roberts Consulting is seeking a Global Procurement Category Lead - Portfolio to shape and execute a globally aligned procurement strategy across the Portfolio category. This role partners with business functions to deliver sustainable value through strategic sourcing, cost optimization, supplier risk management, and collaboration across regions.

You will steer 3-5 year category plans, lead SRM, manage RFX and contracts, monitor KPIs, and coach regional managers to ensure consistent