IT Software Category Lead – Hybrid

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.; Towson (MD); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, life, vision

401(k) & ESPP

Paid time off & tuition assistance

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. seeks a Lead Category Manager – IT to lead software procurement, renewals, and strategic sourcing. You will coordinate with IT, Finance and Legal to negotiate complex contracts and manage supplier relationships while driving savings and governance.

The role requires senior-level procurement and IT software expertise, with a focus on leadership and process improvement in a global enterprise. Hybrid work options and a competitive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 9+ years procurement experience in global, complex initiatives; management consulting background preferred.
• 5+ years IT technology category experience with software focus.
• VAR/reseller management experience.
• Stakeholder management across IT, Finance, Legal, Cybersecurity, and business teams.
• Proven leadership, transformation, and independent operation.
• Bachelor’s degree is required; MBA preferred.
• Expert-level proficiency in Excel; strong contract negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate IT contract renewals with senior stakeholders for software.
• Plan and execute strategic sourcing initiatives and vendor evaluation.
• Lead IT software procurement, governance, and compliance.
• Support contract management operations and SOP improvements.

Skills

Procurement

Strategic Sourcing

Contract Management

IT Software

Stakeholder Management

Leadership

Excel Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Strategy, Finance, IT, CS, Engineering, Legal or quantitative field

Job description

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. seeks a Lead Category Manager – IT to lead software procurement, renewals, and strategic sourcing. You will coordinate with IT, Finance and Legal to negotiate complex contracts and manage supplier relationships while driving savings and governance.

The role requires senior-level procurement and IT software expertise, with a focus on leadership and process improvement in a global enterprise. Hybrid work options and a competitive benefits package are offered.