Global Professional Services Sourcing Leader

Agilent

Wilmington (DE)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 180,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

Agilent is seeking a seasoned Professional Services Category Manager to lead global sourcing, supplier management, and governance across professional services, consulting, and related non-warranty resources. You will influence senior stakeholders and shape category direction across regions to optimize cost and mitigate risk.

You will drive complex negotiations, develop category playbooks, and implement supplier performance programs while collaborating with Corporate Development, the

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or a consulting background.
  • Proven experience managing Professional Services, consulting, outsourcing, or other complex indirect service categories.
  • Strong stakeholder-influencing, analytical, negotiation, and executive communication capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute multi-year global category strategies aligned with Agilent's priorities and objectives.
  • Lead preferred supplier strategy for professional services with governance and performance management.
  • Negotiate best-in-class commercial arrangements across multiple models.
  • Establish governance frameworks, KPIs, and executive review cadences for strategic suppliers.
  • Lead supplier business reviews focused on quality, compliance, outcomes, and continuous improvement.

Job description

Agilent is seeking a seasoned Professional Services Category Manager to lead global sourcing, supplier management, and governance across professional services, consulting, and related non-warranty resources. You will influence senior stakeholders and shape category direction across regions to optimize cost and mitigate risk.

You will drive complex negotiations, develop category playbooks, and implement supplier performance programs while collaborating with Corporate Development, the

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