Global Category Manager- IT Service

Job Description:

DPP is seeking a Global Category Manager for IT Service with our client in the civil aerospace industry.

Location: Onsite in Indianapolis, IN
Duration: 6 -8 months; W2 position
Work authorization: US Citizen or US Permanent Resident

Preferred candidate profile:
Experience and background:

5+ years of procurement or category management experience with a Bachelor’s degree (field flexible if experience is strong). In lieu of a degree, 9+ years of experience is required.
Proven ability to manage IT category strategies and supplier relationships effectively.
Experience in aerospace, IT services, or automotive industries is highly desirable.
Strong understanding of strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and risk mitigation.

Core competencies:

Independent Contributor: Able to take charge quickly, work autonomously, and deliver results without direct supervision.
Quick Learner: Adapts rapidly to new categories and processes; capable of transitioning from IT to Test category management within the first few months.
Cross-Functional Leadership: Skilled at collaborating across departments and influencing stakeholders without formal authority.
Social & Communication Skills: Builds strong relationships internally and externally; adept at conflict resolution and maintaining professionalism.

Technical and functional skills:

Expertise in supplier relationship management, including performance tracking and KPI reporting.
Strong negotiation skills with experience in cost analysis, contract drafting, and business case development.
Ability to develop and deploy category strategies, understanding market dynamics and long-term planning.
Familiarity with configuration management and rigorous tracking of category activities.

Additional attributes:

Comfortable in a global, fast-paced environment.
Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration while excelling as an individual contributor.
Flexible and proactive in managing multiple priorities.

Minimum requirements:

Associates degree in Business, Engineering, or other discipline and 7+ years of experience, OR
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or other discipline and 5+ years of experience OR
Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or other discipline and 3+ years of experience, OR
JD/PhD, OR
9+ years of experience in lieu of a degree
In order to be considered for this opportunity, you must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident

Responsibilities:

Effective management of supplier relationships and strategic direction of partners and suppliers, which includes being accountable for managing issues that require escalation, conflict resolution, driving and improving in-contract supplier performance, and reporting out on KPIs to procurement.
Lead complex negotiations through planning, performing cost analysis, drafting of contracts and creating business cases to maximize the value proposition across all major categories.
Responsible for developing, deploying, and maintaining relevant integrated commodity/category supplier strategies that have a clear vision and a strategic framework for the designated commodity which requires understanding of the commodity landscape, associated risks, and ability to conduct long term planning.
Manage the identification, assessment, and mitigation of commercial risks within the supply chain to ensure continuity and resilience.
Manage & lead a team of buyer(s) to excel in their strategic tasks by fostering skill development and achieving superior outcomes for the business.

Interested? Learn more:
Click the apply button or contact our recruiter Kenny at Kenny.Jaremadppit.com to learn more about this position (26-00047).

Work authorization - US Citizens or US Permanent Resident is required for this position. EOE/AA/V/D

DPP offers a range of compensation and benefits packages to our employees and their eligible dependents. Call today to learn more about working with DPP.

Job Ident #: 26-00047

Company Details

DP Professionals

3741 Landmark Drive
Suite 200
Columbia, South Carolina 29204 USA
www.dppit.com/

DPP® specializes in placing highly qualified information technology professionals in both contingent and direct hire opportunities in private industries such as healthcare, insurance, banking, utilities, energy, manufacturing, federal and state government...

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Job Info

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

DP Professionals

3741 Landmark Drive
Suite 200
Columbia, South Carolina 29204 USA
www.dppit.com/