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# Global IT Category Management Consultant

- **Company:** AIT Global, Inc.
- **Location:** Newark, NJ, United States
- **Salary:** $123,600.0 - $162,200.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Cyber Security
- **Published:** May 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us29f593562df1624d405e26c590cdcfd5

## About the Role

* 10 15+ years in IT Strategic Sourcing & Category Management (leadership role).
 * Strong experience across global IT spend categories.
 * Cloud contract negotiation experience (must-have).
 * Expertise in Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and category strategy execution.
 * Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and analytical skills.
 * Consulting background preferred.

## Description

* Define and implement Global IT category management strategy.
 * Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and vendor management programs.
 * Manage enterprise IT spend across categories (Software, Hardware, Telecom, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Managed Services).
 * Build strong relationships with CIO/CTO, business stakeholders, and key IT vendors.
 * Drive change management and optimize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
 * Lead sourcing lifecycle (RFx, negotiation, implementation).
 * Manage and mentor a strategic sourcing team.


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