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Kemper · 3 weeks ago

Senior Category Analyst

Chicago, Illinois

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. The Senior Category Analyst supports the execution of sourcing initiatives across a range of goods and services, contributing to enterprise cost optimization, risk mitigation, and compliance objectives.

ConsumerFinancial ServicesInsurance

Responsibilities

Partner with Stakeholders to develop and execute category strategies aligned with business goals and procurement policies

Conduct detailed spend and supplier segmentation to identify cost-saving opportunities

Support category planning by analyzing market trends, supplier risks, and innovation opportunities

Facilitate sourcing processes (RFP, RFI, RFQ), from requirements gathering and supplier selection to negotiation and contract execution

Negotiate pricing, terms, and service levels

Ensure sourcing activities align with procurement policy and relevant insurance regulations

Collaborate with internal business partners (Claims, Underwriting, IT, Finance, HR, Operations) to understand category requirements

Provide analytical support and commercial advice to stakeholders and Category Managers

Communicate insights clearly and influence decision-making through evidence-based recommendations

Monitor category performance through spend analysis, savings tracking, and supplier KPIs

Ensure sourcing practices meet internal policies and external regulatory requirements

Qualification

SourcingContract ManagementNegotiationData AnalysisProcurement CertificationMicrosoft ExcelData Visualization ToolsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationAttention to Detail