Strategic IT Sourcing Lead - Remote/Hybrid

System One; Lakewood (CO); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

System One in Lakewood, Colorado (Hybrid) or Remote is seeking an experienced Category Manager - IT to lead strategic IT procurement activities. The role focuses on developing sourcing strategies, negotiating with suppliers, and driving cross‑functional collaboration to achieve savings and risk mitigation.

Requirements include a BS or equivalent (Master’s preferred), 8+ years in IT procurement within a multinational company, and proven RFx/supplier management experience managing indirect IT

Qualifications

• BS or equivalent education; Master’s degree preferred.
• 8+ years IT procurement/sourcing in a multinational company.
• Experience managing IT spend (approx. 46M).
• Experience leading RFx, supplier management and indirect spend.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute IT category sourcing and procurement strategies.
• Lead RFIs/RFPs, supplier negotiations, and cross-functional sourcing initiatives.
• Manage supplier performance, category spend, savings goals, and risk mitigation.

Skills

RFx leadership

Supplier management

Indirect spending

IT procurement

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

System One in Lakewood, Colorado (Hybrid) or Remote is seeking an experienced Category Manager - IT to lead strategic IT procurement activities. The role focuses on developing sourcing strategies, negotiating with suppliers, and driving cross‑functional collaboration to achieve savings and risk mitigation.

Requirements include a BS or equivalent (Master’s preferred), 8+ years in IT procurement within a multinational company, and proven RFx/supplier management experience managing indirect IT