Hybrid IT Software Sourcing Lead

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.; Towson (MD); Híbrido; USD 78.000 - 125.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Tool discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. is hiring a Lead Category Manager - IT Software for a hybrid role across IT procurement and strategic sourcing.

You will negotiate software contracts, guide category initiatives, and manage vendor relations with IT, Finance, Legal, and Cybersecurity. With 5+ years in procurement and 3+ years in IT software, you’ll drive savings, governance, and continuous improvement using strong Excel and negotiation skills.

Formación

• 5+ years of procurement/strategic sourcing experience.
• 3+ years of IT software category experience.
• Experience with vendor management and negotiations.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a quantitative field.

Responsabilidades

• Negotiate IT contract renewals with IT stakeholders and advisory partners.
• Manage software category initiatives from usage forecasting through contract execution.
• Execute strategic sourcing initiatives including vendor evaluations, negotiations/awards, contract management and supplier analytics.
• Support IT procurement escalations and work with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and MSPs to resolve issues.

Conocimientos

Procurement experience

IT software knowledge

VAR/reseller management

Stakeholder management

Independent project management

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree preferred

Excel proficiency

Contract negotiation

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Business/IT/Engineering

Herramientas

Excel

Descripción del empleo

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. is hiring a Lead Category Manager - IT Software for a hybrid role across IT procurement and strategic sourcing.

You will negotiate software contracts, guide category initiatives, and manage vendor relations with IT, Finance, Legal, and Cybersecurity. With 5+ years in procurement and 3+ years in IT software, you’ll drive savings, governance, and continuous improvement using strong Excel and negotiation skills.