Category Manager - Indirect (IT & Facilities)

Job description

We Make Life More Rewarding and Dignified Location : ​Libertyville​: Department : ​Operations Summary: Own the strategy, sourcing execution, contracting, supplier performance, and stakeholder engagement for Indirect IT and Facilities categories (e.g., IT hardware & software, implementation professional services, telecom, IT services, cloud/SaaS, cybersecurity; facilities management services, real estate support services ie construction projects ). Deliver savings and value beyond price, ensure service continuity and performance, and strengthen policy compliance across the P2P lifecycle (Coupa + related tools). This position is based in Libertyville,IL with an onsite requirement of 4 days in office weekly. Responsibilities: Category Strategy & Planning: - Build and refresh multi year category strategies for IT and Facilities aligned to functional goals and enterprise policies. - Segment spend (addressable vs non addressable), rationalize supplier bases where appropriate and define preferred suppliers, catalog programs, and sourcing channels. - Partner with IT and Facilities leadership to understand demand roadmaps, technology or site plans, and upcoming investment priorities. - Proa...