Kroll · 5 hours ago
Category Manager, Global Strategic Sourcing
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$60K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expKroll is a global leader in risk and financial advisory solutions, and they are seeking a highly experienced and strategic-minded individual for the role of Sourcing Category Manager focused on IT products and services. The successful candidate will implement procurement sourcing strategies on a global scale, ensuring efficient and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services while collaborating with various business units and internal teams.
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Responsibilities
Lead sourcing (RFP, RFI, RFQ), negotiation and contracting for technology products / services across a broad spectrum of complexity aligned with company objectives and financial goals
Partner closely to build strong stakeholder relationships across seniority levels to embed procurement in Technology and Information Security team planning
Develop and implement the technology category strategy. Proactively identifies and realizes cost-reduction opportunities, including rationalization and consolidation of products/services that align to evolving business strategies, monitoring market trends and industry developments to identify potential opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
Strong knowledge of Technology contract terms and conditions used to negotiate agreements to secure favorable commercial terms and pricing
In partnership with key stakeholders, support management of end-to-end contract lifecycle for IT vendors, including drafting, negotiation, compliance monitoring and renewal, ensuring alignment with organizational policies, risk mitigation and cost optimization
Monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) to scrutinize vendor spend, performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including our business units, legal, technology, information security, privacy, finance and operations to understand their procurement requirements and drive quality assurance
Support finance and tax needs with respect to sourcing strategies and payment process
Support internal processes and tools for managing and forecasting technology usage
Ensure compliance with governance, risk, and regulatory requirements
Qualification
Required
Strong experience in technology procurement and category management, ideally with mid-size and/or large complex global organizations
Proven track record of building relationships and influencing at senior levels
Excellent negotiation skills and ability to obtain consensus around credible solutions
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions
Assertive, accountable, dependable, collaborative and values-driven approach to work
Comfortable leading in high levels of ambiguity within an evolving procurement function
Experience with finance and procurement systems coupled with reporting tools e.g. Power BI
Adaptable, resilient and maintains strategic perspective when faced with obstacles
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university and a minimum of five to ten years of related experience and/or training with emphasis on Finance, Accounting, Business Management, Supply Chain or Logistics
3-5+ years of Sourcing and Procurement experience
Preferred
Experience working within financial, risk management, advisory and/or technology organizations
Benefits
Healthcare Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
Time Off and Leave Policies: Generous paid time off (PTO), paid company holidays, generous parental and family leave.
Protective Insurances: Life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and accident protection.
Compensation and Rewards: Competitive salary structures, performance-based incentives, and merit-based compensation reviews.
Retirement Plans: 401(k) plans with company matching.
Company
Kroll
Kroll is a provider of risk solutions that helps clients make confident risk management decisions.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Jennifer Huntington
Chief Operating Officer
Alan Brill
Senior Managing Director
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