Senior Category Manager - Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

Allegheny Clinic; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark is seeking a Category Manager to develop and manage category strategies for professional services, driving value through strategic sourcing and robust supplier relationship management.

The role emphasizes data‑driven decision making, TCO analyses, and expert negotiation, applying tools like Icertis, Oracle, Coupa, and Sievo to optimize contracts and spend. This position partners with internal stakeholders to deliver measurable savings and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Category Strategy & Management: Develop and implement data‑driven category strategies for assigned spend, especially professional services, leveraging market intelligence and internal needs.
• Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation Expertise: Lead end‑to‑end strategic sourcing, including intake shaping, RFx development, rigorous supplier evaluation, and optimal selection.
• Supplier Performance & Relationship Management: Nurture strong, strategic relationships with key suppliers to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• Stakeholder Management & Business Partnership: Build consensus with internal partners, translate requirements into actionable procurement strategies, and manage conflicts.
• Process & Technology Optimization: Apply procurement policies and leverage tools (Oracle, Coupa, Icertis, Sievo) for data‑driven decisions.
• Value Creation & Financial Impact: Identify and deliver measurable value in cost reduction, risk mitigation, and service level improvements to support enterprise goals.

Job description

Highmark is seeking a Category Manager to develop and manage category strategies for professional services, driving value through strategic sourcing and robust supplier relationship management.

The role emphasizes data‑driven decision making, TCO analyses, and expert negotiation, applying tools like Icertis, Oracle, Coupa, and Sievo to optimize contracts and spend. This position partners with internal stakeholders to deliver measurable savings and risk mitigation.