Strategic Sourcing & Category Management Lead

EY; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical and dental coverage

Pension and 401(k) plans

Generous paid time off

Job summary

EY is seeking a Category Management & Sourcing Consulting Manager to lead clients in strategic procurement, category management, and sourcing improvements. You will guide teams, develop innovative solutions, and drive total cost reduction while leveraging AI-driven approaches.

You will mentor consultants, collaborate with stakeholders, and shape procurement programs across diverse industries. Join EY to help build a better working world through data-driven strategies and flexible delivery models.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in strategic sourcing and category management, with at least 2 years in procurement consulting.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Consult client-facing to assess opportunities for strategic procurement improvement.
• Lead process workshops and guide discussions to identify opportunities for total cost reduction.
• Develop plans and manage engagement lifecycle, delivering client value.
• Design and implement AI-driven procurement solutions to optimize decisions.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Category management

Sourcing

AI in procurement

Client-facing

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Spend analytics tools

Sourcing platforms

AI procurement solutions

Job description

EY is seeking a Category Management & Sourcing Consulting Manager to lead clients in strategic procurement, category management, and sourcing improvements. You will guide teams, develop innovative solutions, and drive total cost reduction while leveraging AI-driven approaches.

You will mentor consultants, collaborate with stakeholders, and shape procurement programs across diverse industries. Join EY to help build a better working world through data-driven strategies and flexible delivery models.