IT Category Manager

Downers Grove, IL - Hybrid





Overview:

• Clientis looking for an Category Manager to lead the global commercial discussions, negotiations for goods/services and assist in enabling suppliers in Ariba tool.

• The category manager will be responsible for sourcing strategic services by identifying the most relevant and competitive acceptable supply sources, facilitating and coordinating RFx process, and working with legal to negotiate and finalize agreements.

• Working with the Grant Thornton business stakeholders, Category Manager will establish best in class procurement practices when third party products and services are negotiated and contracted as well as ensuring suppliers are enabled in Ariba.

• The ideal candidate will have deep domain expertise with Managed Services, Professional Services and Software on a global scale...