Strategic Category Management & Sourcing Lead

Newmark; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Newmark Group, Inc. is seeking a Head of Category Management to shape and execute procurement strategy across Facilities & Project Management. Initially an individual contributor, you will hire and mentor Category Managers as the program expands.

Strong data analytics, finance acumen, and executive-level communication are essential. You will collaborate with Global Corporate Services, Property Management, and CPO to drive savings, governance, and best practices, while delivering client value and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 7+ years in procurement category management or sourcing roles.
• Consulting or corporate experience preferred.
• Experience presenting to executives and influencing across levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a global category management and supplier program.
• Partner with procurement analytics and on-account teams to drive spend insights.
• Support business development through supply chain excellence and RFPs.
• Expand scope of the supplier program across spend categories and geographies.
• Hire, train, and develop Category Managers as the program grows.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Spend analytics

Relationship management

Executive communication

Leadership development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Certifications CPSM/CIPS/PMP

Tools

None specified

Job description

Newmark Group, Inc. is seeking a Head of Category Management to shape and execute procurement strategy across Facilities & Project Management. Initially an individual contributor, you will hire and mentor Category Managers as the program expands.

Strong data analytics, finance acumen, and executive-level communication are essential. You will collaborate with Global Corporate Services, Property Management, and CPO to drive savings, governance, and best practices, while delivering client value and