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Mansfield Energy · 3 months ago

Indirect Category (IT) Manager - Hybrid Work Schedule

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Mansfield Energy is a company focused on procurement and sourcing solutions, and they are seeking an Indirect Category Manager to support sourcing and procurement for indirect spend with an emphasis on data analytics. The role involves managing strategic and tactical responsibilities primarily within IT shared services, delivering procurement value through best practices and comprehensive data analytics.

Oil & Energy

Responsibilities

Lead and support digital transformation initiative across Source to Pay lifecycle

Execute fiscal year category planning through strategic stakeholder alignment and leveraging prior year metrics

Provide market analyses and recommendations for strategic supplier relationships to determine viable alternatives for competitive bids

Evaluate new supplier capabilities measured against stakeholder requirements on an ad hoc basis

Lead end to end market exercises (RFx) from requirements gathering to contract execution

Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend strategies for supplier consolidation and alternative procurement solutions. Develop and implement sourcing strategies in support of recommendations that align with business objective

Build and maintain strong executive stakeholder relationships through consistent communication and delivering measurable results

Provide cross functional support with security, architecture, PMO, and legal departments for all contract reviews to ensure comprehensive contract analysis and cost estimates

Demonstrated ability to support implementation of source to pay solution

Use data analytics tools and techniques (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau) to collect, analyze, and interpret procurement data to inform strategic decisions. Provide regular reporting and actionable insights to senior management on supplier performance, spending trends, KPIs, and budget data

Work cross-functionally with internal teams, such as finance, operations, and marketing, to align procurement strategies with organizational goals

Stay updated on market trends, industry developments, and new technologies to inform category management strategies and ensure competitive advantage

Develop, publish, and present procurement best practices and processes

Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement in service delivery

Manage supplier performance through KPIs and regular performance reviews

Coordinate and host Quarterly business reviews with key suppliers

Develop supplier scorecards to measure supplier delivery against contractual commitments

Manage supplier escalations based on business priorities and impact

Invoice validation, allocation, and approval to ensure timely processing

Provide supplier escalation management

Budget reporting in support of supplier invoice and payment tracking

Oversee contract lifecycle management for managed suppliers

Coordinate with legal department on contract terms and conditions best practices

Qualification

Data analyticsCategory managementProcurement softwareSupplier managementExcelPower BITableauNegotiation skillsProject managementCommunication skillsProblem-solvingTeamwork

Required

Completion of a Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement or a related field (or) completion of an Associate's degree with relevant experience

Minimum of five (5) years' experience in procurement and category management utilizing data analytics to manage procurement processes

Proven experience in category management, with a thorough understanding of market analysis, sourcing, and supplier management

Experience with procurement software (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle, Coupa) and contract management systems

Experience managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals and timelines

Strong skills in data analytics, with the ability to extract insights from large datasets, analyze trends, and produce data-driven reports

Proficiency with tools like Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or other analytics platforms is essential

Exceptional negotiation skills, with a track record of securing favorable terms and pricing agreements with suppliers

Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to think strategically to address procurement challenges and optimize processes

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex data and recommendations to senior management and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet tight deadlines and interact effectively in a team environment