Procurement Category Manager II

SGS Consulting; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting is seeking a seasoned procurement leader to drive category management across global and regional spend in the United States. You will develop strategies, analyze markets, and manage end-to-end sourcing, negotiations, and contracting.

Collaborating with Legal, Finance, and business units, you will implement KPIs, lead supplier performance programs, and ensure policy compliance while mentoring teams.

Qualifications

• Experience managing global/regional categories.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management skills.
• Familiarity with iProcurement, Apttus and Fieldglass.
• Understanding of contract law and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business goals.
• Analyze spend data, market trends, and supply base for opportunities.
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes (RFI/RFP/RFQ, negotiation, contracting).
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers; lead supplier selection and performance management.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Legal, Finance, Business Units) and provide training on procurement best practices.
• Negotiate and draft contracts; manage renewals, amendments, and ensure compliance.
• Monitor performance, implement KPIs, and recommend improvements; ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

Skills

Global category mgmt

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, or related field

CPM or CPSM certification preferred

Tools

iProcurement

Apttus

Fieldglass

Job description

Job Responsibilities

CATEGORY MANAGEMENT:

• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business goals
• Analyze spend data, market trends, and supply base for opportunities
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes (RFI/RFP/RFQ, negotiation, contracting)

SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT:

• Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers
• Lead supplier selection and performance management
• Build strong relationships to drive innovation and ensure compliance

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT:

• Collaborate with internal teams (Legal, Finance, Business Units)
• Provide training on procurement best practices

CONTRACT MANAGEMENT:

• Negotiate and draft contracts
• Manage renewals, amendments, and ensure compliance

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT & COMPLIANCE:

• Monitor performance, implement KPIs, and recommend improvements
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations

Skills

• Experience managing global/regional categories
• Familiarity with iProcurement, Apttus, Fieldglass
• Knowledge of category-specific markets and products
• Understanding of contract law and compliance

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, or related field
• Master's or certifications (e.g., CPM, CPSM) preferred
• 5+ years in procurement, category management, or strategic sourcing
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management skills
• Excellent communication and multitasking abilities
• Cybersecurity and AI software procurement experience desirable
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.)