Metasys Technologies · 18 hours ago
IT & Software Category Management
San Francisco Bay Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$128K/yr - $224K/yr
8+ years expMetasys Technologies is a leading player in the energy sector, and they are seeking a Software/IT Category Manager to optimize sourcing and procurement strategies for one of the nation’s largest gas and electric utilities. This role involves strategic category planning, supplier negotiations, and contract management to enhance operational excellence and support sustainable energy initiatives.
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Hiring Manager
Jan Hauck
Responsibilities
Develops and implements category plans and sourcing strategies for low-to-medium complexity categories that optimize cost, mitigate risk, and ensure supply continuity
Leads competitive bidding processes, including RFPs, RFIs, and negotiations to secure best-value agreements
Negotiates, drafts, and manages contracts to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, corporate policies, and industry standards
Develops and sustains mutually beneficial strategic relationships with suppliers, conducting regular performance reviews, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with the company’s safety, reliability, and sustainability goals
Partners with and influences cross-functional stakeholders and teams in developing sourcing and negotiation strategies for low-to-medium complexity spend categories
Maintains awareness of industry and market trends, supplier landscapes, and regulatory changes to drive informed decision-making and strategic sourcing initiatives
Conducts and documents market research and supplier risk analysis to verify the financial health of existing and potential suppliers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or job-related discipline
8+ years of work experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management
5+ years of experience sourcing IT & Software
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products – e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access – as needed to perform at the job level
Proven ability to lead high-value negotiations, develop contract structures, and drive favorable outcomes
Strong analytical skills with experience leveraging spend analytics, cost modeling, and digital procurement tools to optimize category strategies
Competency in building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
Ability to develop strategic supplier partnerships, manage performance scorecards, and foster supplier-driven innovation
Ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders, operations leaders, and legal teams, to align procurement strategies with business priorities
Preferred
Experience in the Utility, Energy, or Infrastructure Sectors
Knowledge of database and information systems – e.g., ARIBA, SAP, etc
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and to drive projects of low-to-medium complexity
Competency in building and leading strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals
Ability to apply project management theories, concepts, methods, best practices, and techniques as needed to perform at the job level
Master's Degree in Business Administration or a job-related discipline or equivalent experience
LSS-Lean Six Sigma Certification
PMP-Project Management Professional certification
ISM-Institute for Supply Management CPSM-Certified Professional in Supply Management certification, or similar certification(s)
Company
Metasys Technologies
Metasys Technologies is a staffing company that provides recruitment assistance.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Arkview Capital
2022-08-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Romeen Sheth
CEO
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