Itron, Inc. · 1 day ago
Staff Category Manager
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
7+ years expItron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. The Staff Category Manager will lead strategic sourcing initiatives for Hardware, Telecom, and IT Services, focusing on developing category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving innovation across Itron’s technology ecosystem.
Advanced MaterialsClean EnergyCommunications InfrastructureEnergyEnergy ManagementGovTechOil and GasSoftwareWater
Responsibilities
Lead End-to-End Sourcing Projects: Manage all phases of sourcing for Hardware, Telecom, and IT Services—including RFx, supplier negotiations, contract management, and supplier relationship management—using an agile approach to maximize value and efficiency
Develop Category Strategies: Create and execute sourcing strategies and category plans for Hardware (servers, storage, end-user devices, peripherals), Telecom (mobility, wireline, unified communications, IoT, LAN/WAN, SDN), and IT Services (managed services, consulting, support). Partner closely with IT, R&D, and other business units to deliver tailored solutions
Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain collaborative, win-win relationships with key suppliers. Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and compliance across the supply base
Market Intelligence & Spend Analysis: Provide industry and supplier research, market insights, and financial analysis to identify strategic suppliers and savings opportunities. Document and track all delivered value
Contract & Risk Management: Prepare, review, and negotiate contracts, bids, proposals, and vendor agreements for legal correctness, price, and technical compliance. Collaborate with Legal and Risk teams as needed
Cross-Functional Leadership: Work collaboratively with senior stakeholders in IT, HR, Finance, Legal, Sales, and Marketing to validate sourcing opportunities and ensure alignment with enterprise goals
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Management, MIS, Supply Chain, or related field
Minimum 7 years of strategic sourcing/category management experience, with a strong focus on Hardware, Telecom, and IT Services
Demonstrated expertise in managing sourcing projects for Hardware (servers, storage, end-user devices, peripherals), Telecom (mobility, wireline, unified communications, IoT, LAN/WAN, SDN), and IT Services (managed services, IT consulting, support services)
Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and process management
Robust RFP management and supplier negotiation skills
Strong contract and vendor management experience
Preferred
Proven analytical skills (numeric and text-based), with the ability to convert information into actionable recommendations
Excellent oral and written communication skills for all organizational levels
Strong organizational and multi-phase project management skills
Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams across diverse cultures
Prior consulting experience in Technology Procurement is a plus
Benefits
Financial
Social
Health and wellbeing programs
Paid vacation
401k matching
Employee stock purchase program
Hybrid work schedule
And more!
Company
Itron, Inc.
Itron enables utilities and cities to safely, securely and reliably deliver critical infrastructure services to communities in more than 100 countries.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$700M2024-06-17Post Ipo Debt· $700M
1993-11-04IPO
Leadership Team
Thomas Deitrich
President & CEO / COO
Brian McGuigan
Director Smart Cities, EMEA
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