Strategic IT & Corporate Services Category Manager

College of American Pathologists (CAP); Winnetka (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of American Pathologists (CAP) is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to oversee IS/IT and Corporate Services spend. You will develop category strategies, drive strategic sourcing initiatives, manage supplier relationships, and ensure procurement processes align with CAP’s goals and member needs.

Based near Northfield, IL, you will partner with cross-functional teams, identify cost savings opportunities, negotiate terms, and support governance and compliance.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of Strategic Sourcing process.
• Solid Knowledge of Category Management and Category strategy development.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to partner effectively and efficiently across the organization.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to identify, navigate, and influence organizational direction.
• Strategic and robust leader, analytical/critical thinker, and problem solver.
• Excellent internal and external negotiation skills.
• Strong business acumen with ability to explain procurement results and variations to non-procurement audiences.
• In-depth hands-on knowledge of IS/IT and Corporate Services spend, including HR services, Travel, Facilities Management, Marketing Services and other Corporate Services.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and own category management strategies across the spend in scope.
• Develop, implement, and drive strategic sourcing initiatives to support the category management process.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Maintain optimal pricing and services through review of competitive landscape, industry norms, and negotiation of contract terms.
• Assist contract managers and procurement business partners to ensure contract processes meet business needs through quality assessments, process audits and stakeholder feedback.
• Seek new opportunities and analyze risk for effective procurement and expense reductions.
• Negotiate with suppliers and resolve issues.
• Work cross functionally with business partners across the organization to elevate the member/customer experience.
• Promote a team approach and a critical thinking environment to facilitate problem solving, empower staff, and inspire trust.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Category Management

Communication

Leadership

Negotiation

Business Acumen

IS/IT Spend

Problem Solving

Leadership & Influence

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPSM certification

Tools

ERP systems

eSourcing tools

Job description

The College of American Pathologists (CAP) is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to oversee IS/IT and Corporate Services spend. You will develop category strategies, drive strategic sourcing initiatives, manage supplier relationships, and ensure procurement processes align with CAP’s goals and member needs.

Based near Northfield, IL, you will partner with cross-functional teams, identify cost savings opportunities, negotiate terms, and support governance and compliance.