Inside Higher Ed · 4 days ago
Information Technology Category Manager
Chapel Hill, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $80K/yr
5+ years expInside Higher Ed is a global leader in higher education, and they are seeking an Information Technology Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing activities for IT spend categories. The role involves achieving cost reductions while maintaining supplier service levels and developing effective cost reduction strategies in accordance with procurement policies.
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Responsibilities
The Information Technology Category Manager leads the strategic sourcing activities for Information Technology spend categories such as Hardware, Maintenance, Client Services, and Software Licensing, with the goal of achieving significant initial cost reductions, while maintaining/improving supplier service levels
The successful candidate will work closely with key stakeholders to develop effective cost reduction strategies and implementation plans
The Category Manager’s primary responsibility is to utilize strategic sourcing best practices to capture real savings while making effective supply base decisions
This includes direct savings captured through consolidating University-wide purchasing volume and applying Total Cost of Ownership levers to reduce cost and manage contracts with suppliers
This position will procure goods and services in accordance with appropriate State of North Carolina, University and/or federal policies and provide internal customer support
The position reports to the Director of Purchasing Services
This position is scheduled for a normal 8:00am to 5:00pm work shift; however, the position carries a professional obligation to work additional hours when necessary to ensure performance of required duties or to meet deadlines
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree; or Associate's degree and two years of related experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions
In-depth knowledge of procurement of goods and services
Knowledge and experience working within ERP systems
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Strong customer service acumen with attention to detail and follow-up
Strong technical and analytic skills; with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
Must demonstrate excellent organization and problem-solving skills with the ability to multi-task upon demand
Ability to operate independently to achieve results and communicate effectively
Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and familiarity with Outlook, etc
Preferred
Prefer candidate with five (5) plus years of purchasing experience in Information Technology Software, Hardware, and services
Have in-depth knowledge of North Carolina State or other State Government rules and regulations pertaining to procurement
Bachelor degree or higher is preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid leave
A variety of health, life and retirement plans
Additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance
Company
Inside Higher Ed
Inside Higher Ed is the online source for news, opinion, and jobs related to higher education.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-01-10Acquired
2006-08-31Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Stephanie Shweiki
Director, Foundation Partnerships
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