Category Manager Information Technology

Planning Operations Leadership Mentorship Innovation Purchasing Accounting Negotiation Procurement Forecasting Construction, Are you an experienced procurement or sourcing professional looking to make an impact with a growing organization? We are seeking an IT Category Specialist II to support strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier management efforts within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, analyzing market trends, and partnering with internal stakeholders to drive sourcing strategies that deliver value. You’ll play a key role in supporting business growth by optimizing costs, improving supplier performance, and enhancing overall supply chain efficiency., As an IT Category Specialist II, you’ll help develop and execute sourcing strategies that improve cost efficiency, supplier performance, and overall procurement effectiveness., * Support the development and execution of category sourcing strategies for assigned IT-related spend categories

• Partner with internal stakeholders across engineering, operations, and business teams to understand procurement needs and business requirements
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors
• Assist with supplier performance reviews, monitoring quality, delivery, and service levels
• Support contract negotiations and strategic sourcing initiatives to achieve cost savings and operational efficiencies
• Develop supplier profiles, negotiate commercial terms, and evaluate Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
• Help establish pricing strategies for project proposals and support financial reviews and forecasting activities
• Monitor market trends, supplier capacity, pricing fluctuations, and industry developments that may impact sourcing decisions
• Track commodity and market-driven cost changes while helping identify mitigation and recovery strategies
• Provide reporting, analysis, and recommendations to leadership and project teams
• Lead by example through collaboration, mentorship, and strong business partnership

Market Trend Team Oriented Mental Health Cost Reduction Market Analysis Project Proposals Project Management Influencing Skills Quality Monitoring Strategic Sourcing Technical Training Pricing Strategies Supplier Management Category Management Time Off Management Medical Prescription Contract Negotiation Supply Chain Management Construction Management Total Cost Of Ownership Manufacturing Engineering Verbal Communication Skills Supplier Performance Management Supplier Relationship Management, * Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, or a related field

• Equivalent combinations of education, technical training, and experience will also be considered
• Minimum of 4 years of procurement, sourcing, category management, or IT procurement experience
• Experience managing vendor and supplier relationships
• Strong negotiation and strategic sourcing skills
• Experience developing sourcing strategies and supporting contract negotiations
• Excellent organizational, planning, and project management abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive results across cross-functional teams
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Experience

• IT procurement or IT category management experience
• Knowledge of purchasing processes, procurement best practices, and supplier management
• Experience with market analysis, cost reduction initiatives, and spend management
• Exposure to construction, manufacturing, engineering, or project-based environments

• Collaborative and team-oriented culture
• Strong opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Exposure to large-scale, innovative projects across multiple industries
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on sourcing and procurement strategies
• Stable organization experiencing continued growth
• Flexible hybrid work environment

Please email me if you are interested in the opportunity: destcox @astoncarter.com

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Minneapolis, MN. Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $72900.00 - $109400.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

A few benefits offered include: (for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week) Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage Dental plan 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources Tuition reimbursement Adoption Assistance Gym Membership Discount Program Job Type & Location

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.