Strategic Category Manager, Cloud Procurement

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Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 132,000 - 189,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Google Cloud is seeking a Category Manager to lead strategic indirect spend across professional and software services, third-party logistics, transportation, automation, real estate, and reverse logistics. This is a strategic leadership role designed to build a scalable foundation for the future.

You will own the commercial relationship with top suppliers, drive long-term demand planning, and collaborate with operations to realize value, supported by centralized centers of excellence that manage

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
2 years of experience in procurement or category management.
Experience with automation, hardware engineering, or electromechanical engineering.
Experience in commodity management and product lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

Develop and document a comprehensive multi-year category strategy, utilizing structured methodologies and tools to align with Google Cloud’s long-term goal.
Serve as the undisputed relationship owner for a portfolio of strategic suppliers, managing all commercial aspects and acting as the single point of contact to orchestrate a cohesive one voice approach.
Embed deeply with executive leadership in operations and global capacity planning to serve as a trusted advisor, shaping long‑term business decisions and ensuring category strategies are fully integrated.
Partner with our centralized cost intelligence and supplier performance teams to apply sophisticated should-cost and cost intelligence models in all commercial activities.