Mgr Category Management

3 months, 3 weeks ago
Full-time
Lead
Operations
Horace Mann

Horace Mann

Horace Mann is the largest financial services company dedicated to helping educators and community servants achieve lifelong financial success. They offer a full range of tailored insurance and financial products, including auto, home, and life insuran...

Insurance
1K-5K
Founded 1945

Description

  • Lead and develop Category Specialists and Buyers through coaching and performance management.
  • Own category strategies and sourcing roadmaps aligned to business goals and total cost of ownership objectives.
  • Oversee sourcing initiatives, supplier selection, and complex contract negotiations.
  • Drive category planning, including demand management, supplier segmentation, and risk mitigation.
  • Establish and monitor performance metrics to deliver cost savings and service improvements.
  • Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business needs.
  • Manage strategic supplier relationships, including performance management, governance, and issue resolution.
  • Ensure accuracy of procurement data and reporting within systems such as Workday.
  • Monitor market trends and supplier innovations to inform category strategy.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in indirect sourcing, procurement, or consulting.
  • Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience with procurement data and reporting systems such as Workday is preferred.
  • Experience leading teams and managing performance is preferred.
  • Background in strategic sourcing and contract negotiations is preferred.

Benefits

  • Remote work location.
  • Salary range of $105,200 to $147,950.
  • Salary is commensurate with experience and location.

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