Senior Procurement Category Manager

National Debt Relief; United States; Remote; USD 107,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in debt relief seeks a Senior Procurement Category Manager to oversee procurement and marketing initiatives. This role involves driving the RFP process, managing supplier relationships, and achieving strategic sourcing objectives. Ideal candidates will have exquisite negotiation skills and extensive experience in indirect procurement, particularly in marketing-focused roles. The position comes with a competitive salary and a robust benefits package.

Benefits

Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays and Vacation

12 weeks Paid Parental Leave

Pre-tax Transit Benefits

No-Cost Life Insurance Benefits

Access to earned wages before payday

Qualifications

• 7 years’ experience in indirect procurement role focused on marketing.
• Strong understanding of procurement, sourcing, supply chain, and finance.
• Experience leading complex contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end RFP process with market analysis and financial modeling.
• Develop and implement category plans for business objectives.
• Lead complex contract negotiations with suppliers.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation tactics

Analytical approach

Verbal communication

People skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, supply chain

Tools

Zip

Sage Procurement

Job description

Overview

The Senior Procurement Category Manager supports National Debt Relief’s Procurement and Marketing teams with critical initiatives including contract reviews, supporting Requests for Proposal (RFPs)/market research/analysis, process improvements, and Procurement system updates/improvements. The goal of these initiatives is to gather real total cost of ownership (TCO) savings and drive process efficiencies. (FLSA).

Responsibilities

• Oversee and drive the end-to-end Request for Proposal (RFP) process across various commodities with detailed external supply market analysis, internal demand assessment, sophisticated RFP analysis with detailed financial modeling, and supplier evaluation scorecards
• Develop, lead, and implement category plans for the marketing team to achieve intended business objectives. This includes in-depth assessment of current and future business needs, supplier market intelligence, and identification of strategic sourcing and process improvement opportunities.
• Lead strategy and execution of various third-party marketing agreements
• Support development of procurement processes and procedures between all partners
• Gather direct savings on assigned categories by working with Procurement leadership to build sourcing strategies which enable cost reduction while ensuring that user needs for the assigned categories are met
• Develop PowerPoint presentations summarizing recommendations for leadership
• Lead complex contract negotiations with strategic suppliers in collaboration with Legal, Procurement leadership, and relevant departments; includes drafting and redlining commercial terms aligned with risk and compliance standards.
• Lead business relationships with key external suppliers including routine improvements to agreements, communication of demand/volume changes, updating contracts and sharing end-user feedback
• Maintain and develop relationships with internal partners including Department Heads, Senior Leadership, Legal, IT Security, and more
• Develop knowledge and expertise in multiple categories as needed
• Develop & maintain relationships with internal and external partners

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree business, finance, supply chain preferred but not required
• 7 years’ experience in an indirect procurement role with a marketing focus (non-hardware)

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of strategic sourcing, contract terms, negotiation tactics, and various forms of common marketing agreements
• Demonstrated understanding of Procurement, Sourcing, Supply Chain and/or Finance verbiage and common business practices
• Strong verbal communication and people skills, with the ability to communicate with senior leadership positions internally and externally
• Proven track record of having a competitive spirit
• Strategic problem solver with analytical approach.
• Experience using Zip, Sage Procurement,Finance platforms preferred.

National Debt Relief Role Qualifications:

• Computer competency and ability to work with a computer.
• Prioritize multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Punctuality expected, ready to report to work on a consistent basis.
• Attain and maintain high performance expectations on a monthly basis.
• Work in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.
• Use and navigate multiple computer systems with exceptional multi-tasking skills.
• Remain calm and professional during difficult discussions.
• Take constructive feedback.
• Available for full-time position, overtime eligible if classified non-exempt.

Compensation Information

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for each position across the US. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This good faith pay range is provided in compliance with NYC law and the laws of other jurisdictions that may require a salary range in job postings. The salary for this position is $107,500 to $130,000 annually.

About National Debt Relief

National Debt Relief was founded in 2009 with the goal of helping an expanding number of consumers deal with overwhelming debt. We are one of the most-trusted and best-rated consumer debt relief providers in the United States.As a leading debt settlement organization, we have helped over 450,000 people settle over $10 billion of debt, while empowering them to lead a healthier financial lifestyle and feel free to live their best life.At National Debt Relief, we treat our clients like real people. Our purpose is to elevate, empower, and transform their lives.

Rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau, our goal is to help individuals and families get out of debt with the least possible cost through conducting financial consultations, educating the consumer and recommending the appropriate solution. We become our clients' number one advocate to help them reestablish financial stability as quickly as possible.

Benefits

National Debt Relief is a team-oriented environment full of rewards and growth opportunities for our employees. We are dedicated to our employee's success and growth within the company, through our employee mentorship and leadership programs.

Our extensive benefits package includes:

• Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Sick Days, and Vacation
• 12 weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Pre-tax Transit Benefits
• No-Cost Life Insurance Benefits
• Voluntary Benefits Options
• ASPCA Pet Health Insurance Discount
• Access to your earned wages at any time before payday

National Debt Relief is a certified Great Place to Work!

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