Strategic Category & Procurement Manager

Google; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 136,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Google Procurement Organization (GPO) seeks a seasoned Category Manager to drive indirect spend strategies across Product Areas and Functions. You will serve as a trusted advisor, bridging business needs with procurement expertise to unlock maximum value for Google.

Lead category strategies, RFx processes, negotiations, and supplier evaluations, while building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field.
• 7 years of experience in sourcing, category management, or procurement roles, with a focus on managing indirect spend categories.
• Experience with contracts and management within the category, ensuring compliance with legal and company standards, and experience in partnering with contracting teams and cross-functional partners.
• Experience in creating category strategies, executing sourcing strategies, RFx processes, negotiations, and supplier evaluations within designated categories.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between the Global Procurement Organization (GPO) and Product Areas/Business Functions, aligning business requirements with regional and global procurement objectives.
• Partner with cross-pillar teams to assess requirements, evaluate demand forecasts, and execute category and sourcing strategies for indirect spend.
• Lead RFx execution, commercial negotiations, and comprehensive supplier evaluations to deliver optimal procurement solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure quality service delivery and operational alignment.
• Establish clear communication channels to address business concerns proactively and resolve supplier performance issues effectively.

Skills

Sourcing expertise

Category management

Procurement

Contract management

RFx processes

Supplier evaluations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree / certifications in Procurement or SCM

Tools

Procurement analytics tools

Job description

Google Procurement Organization (GPO) seeks a seasoned Category Manager to drive indirect spend strategies across Product Areas and Functions. You will serve as a trusted advisor, bridging business needs with procurement expertise to unlock maximum value for Google.

Lead category strategies, RFx processes, negotiations, and supplier evaluations, while building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.