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# Category Manager - Technology, Data, AI & Hyperscalers

- **Company:** iShare Inc
- **Location:** Milwaukee, WI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, SAP Ariba, Data Management, Hardware Infrastructure
- **Published:** August 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.wayup.com/i-j-Category-Manager-Technology-Data-AI-Hyperscalers-iShare-Inc-892939850483788/

## About the Role

Bachelor's Degree
5+ years of sourcing/procurement experience with a focus on IT Hardware & Infrastructure
Proven experience as a Sourcing Specialist, Procurement Specialist, or similar role
Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies, procurement best practices, and supplier management
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
Good project management/ business analysis/ process analysis skills
Working knowledge of SAP Ariba, primarily in Sourcing and Contract workspace
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Professional certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certification will be a plus

## Description

Category Manager - Technology, Data, AI & Hyperscalers
The Category Manager will drive end-to-end sourcing execution and category management across enterprise technology spend, including cloud hyperscalers (AWS, Azure, GCP), data platforms, and AI solutions. The role combines hands-on sourcing delivery with category strategy and execution
Responsibilities:
Support development and execution of category strategies across technology, data, AI, and cloud
Identify opportunities for cost optimization, vendor consolidation, and demand management
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for Tech Deals across, cloud hyperscalers (AWS, Azure, GCP), data platforms, and AI solutions
Manage sourcing and renewals for hyperscaler contracts and cloud consumption programs
Managed end-to-end sourcing cycle, understand business needs, perform vendor research to identify potential participants to gettingthe contract signed
Develop and published RFP in Ariba
Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and gather market intelligence to support decision-making
Lead supplier selection and qualification processes, including issuing RFIs, RFPs, and conducting supplier evaluations and negotiations
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and ensure the sourcing strategy meets their needs
Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to secure favorable agreements that optimize value while mitigating risks
Manage project plan for all assigned sourcing requests from requirement gathering to contracting
Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to secure favorable agreements (MSA/SOW) that optimize value while mitigating risks
Liaise with legal, business and supplier to finalize contracts
Document and analyze supplier responses to ensure it contains valid and detailed information
Co-ordination with various stakeholders (business, procurement, suppliers) for setting up meetings, presentations and other sessions
Liaising with business stakeholders, procurement team and suppliers to ensure timely and successful completions of tasks and activities (related to RFx events, NDA management and contracting)
Collaborate with Technology, Data, AI, Security, Finance, and Legal teams to align sourcing outcomes
Maintaining project plans/ tracker for all requests and sourcing events, including timely reporting to all stakeholders


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