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CVS Health · 1 day ago

Category Manager – IT Strategic Sourcing

Buffalo Grove, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$66K/yr - $146K/yr

3+ years exp

CVS Health is a leading health solutions company dedicated to transforming health care. As a Category Manager – IT Strategic Sourcing, you will drive cost optimization and strategic partnerships across the technology infrastructure while managing high-value sourcing initiatives.

Health CareMedicalPharmaceuticalRetailSales

No H1B

Responsibilities

Manage complex, high-impact sourcing events for IT infrastructure categories, including:

Data Center & Network Services

Servers, Laptops & PCs

Telephony & Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS)

Develop category strategies and pipelines in collaboration with senior leadership

Negotiate and manage supplier relationships to deliver cost savings and value

Analyze market trends and vendor proposals to inform award decisions

Present strategic recommendations to procurement and business leaders

Mentor and guide sourcing analysts to ensure successful execution of RFx events

Qualification

Strategic SourcingCategory ManagementVendor ManagementAnalytical AbilityE-sourcing PlatformsNegotiation SkillsStakeholder ManagementContinuous ImprovementCommunication SkillsStrategic Thinking

Required

3–5 years in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, Supply Chain, Finance, or related fields

15% travel

In office 2X a week in either Hartford-CT, Cumberland-RI, or Buffalo Grove-IL

Preferred

MBA or advanced degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field

Vendor management and consolidation experience

Intellectual curiosity and a drive for continuous improvement

Strong negotiation skills, analytical ability, and strategic thinking

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision

Experience with e-sourcing platforms (Ariba preferred) is a plus

Benefits

Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.

No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.

Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.