Lead global IT category strategy and sourcing for SaaS, hardware, and telecom. Manage RFPs, negotiate contracts, drive managed spend and savings, maintain supplier relationships, monitor compliance and performance, collaborate with cross-functional and executive stakeholders, and coach others.
This position is ideal for mid-level sourcing/procurement professionals to join the Indirect Sourcing team as a Sr. Category Manager – IT, leading RFPs and negotiating best in class terms for SaaS, Hardware, and Telecom. You work within a growing global team based out of San Jose, CA with peers and business partners globally with key locations in North Carolina, Arizona, Switzerland, Poland, and China. In concert with key business partners, you will promote adoption of the procurement guidelines and ensure the proper resources are engaged at the appropriate time. Expectations for this role include creating and executing category strategies, with the aim of increasing managed spend, driving incremental savings, and managing sourcing events at a global level. You must be comfortable working with and influencing senior executives both internally and externally.
Role expectations
- Identify business partner priorities and requirements
- Shape category strategies in alignment with the business partner priorities, requirements, and company growth objectives
- Manage business partner relationships
- Execute sourcing engagements
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
- Understand market trends and gather insights
- Manage key supplier relationships
- Monitor supplier spend and compliance to contract metrics
- Continuously develop yourself and coach others
What we're looking for
- 6+ years IT Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, and/or Supplier Management
- Experience in the Medical Devices, Manufacturing, High Tech, or Management Consulting industry a plus
- Effective communication and data interpretation skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Comfort and experience in developing and defining process, versus following process
- To be a self-starter and independent thinker
- Experience with cross-functional teams
- Effective project and time management skills
- Global experience a plus
Pay Transparency
If provided, base salary or wage rate ranges are the range in which Align reasonably expects to set a candidate’s pay for the posted position. Actual placement depends on the individual skills and experience level of a candidate plus the total compensation and equity across team members. For other locations outside of the primary location, the base salary range will be adjusted geographically.
For Field Sales roles, the salary listed is the base pay only and does not include the applicable incentive compensation plan. A cost of living adjustment may be added to base pay for higher cost areas in the U.S.
Our internship hourly rates are a standard pay determined based on the position and your location, year in school, degree, and experience.
About
Your growth and well-being:At Align, every smile matters. We’re committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products.Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.Country and/or role specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process. Discover Align:We are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.Align’s core values of agility, customer, and accountability are more than words to work by, they are words we live by. The actions we take every day speak to who we are as a company and our focus on being truly impactful. We celebrate our differences, and the many ways we support one another— ultimately creating a more inclusive organization and world as we continue transforming smiles and changing lives.We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time. As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation.Eager to learn how we embrace our global differences and nurture employee well-being? Explore Align's culture here!Want to discover more about exocad and Cubicure? Click on their names for additional information.
Align Technology San Jose, California, USA Office
2820 Orchard Parkway, San Jose, CA, United States, 95134
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