Strategic Software Sourcing & Supplier Leader

HP; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 93,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave (4–12 weeks)

Holidays (11 days)

Job summary

HP is seeking a Software Category Manager to lead a complex supply chain sub-category and develop sourcing strategies aligned with HP's strategic goals. You will collaborate with senior managers, analyze costs and market data, and influence supplier selection and contracting decisions.

The role requires 7–10 years in procurement or supply chain, and a proven ability to manage large supplier relationships while ensuring policy compliance and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Four-year or graduate degree in supply chain, manufacturing engineering, business administration, or related field.
• Typically 7–10 years of experience in procurement/supply chain or related field.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder influence are expected.

Responsibilities

• Leads a complex supply chain sub-category and develops the sourcing strategy.
• Performs cost and industry analyses to inform senior management decisions.
• Negotiates contracts and manages day-to-day supplier relationships.

Skills

Effective Communication

Results Orientation

Learning Agility

Digital Fluency

Customer Centricity

Education

Four-year or Graduate Degree in SCM/Engineering/Business

Job description

HP is seeking a Software Category Manager to lead a complex supply chain sub-category and develop sourcing strategies aligned with HP's strategic goals. You will collaborate with senior managers, analyze costs and market data, and influence supplier selection and contracting decisions.

The role requires 7–10 years in procurement or supply chain, and a proven ability to manage large supplier relationships while ensuring policy compliance and risk mitigation.