Senior Strategic Sourcing Category Manager Procurement

Open to candidates based in Birmingham, Alabama, OR Atlanta, GA, OR Charlotte, NC Required Education Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Procurement, or a related field, and seven (7) years of experience in procurement or a related field. Preferred Education Master of Business Administration (MBA) or a related degree. Preferred License/Certification Professional certification in Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field. Required Qualifications/Skills/Experience Experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or a related field. Demonstrated experience executing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and/or competitive bidding processes. Demonstrated negotiation skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders to maximize value, ensure standardization, resolve disputes, and achieve optimal outcomes. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders to achieve business objectives. Ability to research, analyze data, evaluate market conditions, and derive actionable insights. Strong verbal and written communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines. Ability to learn additional systems and work effectively in a team environment. Strong work ethic and self-motivation. Preferred Qualifications/Skills/Experience Professional certification in Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field. MBA or a related advanced degree. Experience managing complex strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier engagements, and expense reduction projects. Experience working with senior and executive-level stakeholders. Experience mentoring junior procurement consultants or leading procurement teams. Procurement Sourcing Category Strategist Overview The Procurement Sourcing Category Strategist manages larger, more complex strategic sourcing initiatives within cross-functional teams. This role leads expense reduction efforts and vendor-related engagements for assigned business units or strategic categories, supporting business objectives through cost optimization, supplier management, competitive bidding, and contract negotiations. The position regularly interacts with senior and executive-level stakeholders to drive sourcing strategies, improve efficiencies, and deliver business value. Job Duties Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and competitive bidding activities for assigned business units or categories. Develop and execute Requests for Proposals (RFPs), solicit supplier responses, analyze proposals, prepare recommendations, and negotiate contracts to improve efficiencies and reduce costs. Establish cross-functional teams and define business objectives for sourcing initiatives. Identify qualified bidding suppliers, configure RFPs within the bank’s procure-to-pay (P2P) system, manage the bidding process, and collaborate with business stakeholders to develop sourcing recommendations. Partner with key stakeholders and senior leaders to identify and implement supplier-related expense reduction opportunities. Analyze market and industry conditions to develop procurement strategies for non-IT goods. Communicate corporate procurement standards and requirements to vendors and business partners. Ensure RFPs and contracts meet organizational business requirements and applicable legal standards. Provide guidance and mentorship to junior procurement consultants, supporting skill development and continuous improvement initiatives. Serve as a team lead or supervise entry-level procurement consultants, as needed. Collaborate with Procurement Strategic Sourcing Technology Consultants on relevant projects. This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay. This position is incentive eligible. **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the …

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