Lead Category Manager – IT - Software

Lead Category Manager – IT - Software - Hybrid Charlotte, NC USA Towson, MD USA New Britain, CT USA Valley City, OH USA Come build something that matters. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 48,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®. The Job:   As a Lead Category Sourcing Manager, you’ll be part of our Global Supply Chain Sourcing team working as a hybrid employee.    You’ll get to:   Negotiate IT Contract Renewals: Structure, lead, and support complex contract negotiations including contract license management as required in partnership with senior IT stakeholders/ advisory partners and focus on Software category from usage forecast to contract execution with multi-year savings and other detailed tracking. Strategic Sourcing: Plan/Execute Strategic Sourcing Initiatives, Evaluate Vendors, Negotiate/ Award, Contract Management, SRM (Supplier Relationship Management), Implementation, Governance/ Compliance, Procurement Business Operations (e.g. approvals, supplier analytics, reporting, etc.) IT Escalation Lead : Central point of contact for IT escalations in support of Managed Services Provider and internal IT Software Procurement Team as well as white glove handling for C-suite and other VIPs. IT Day-to-Day Contract Management Operations : Execute, support and lead IT Software Procurement Team through contract review, approval, detailed/ tactical tracking and administration while enhancing SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) for continuous improvement. The Person:   You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have: 9+ years Procurement (Strategic Sourcing, Contract Management) experience with global, complex, strategic initiatives/ corporate environment required. Management consulting background preferred. 5+ years IT Technology category (software, IT related labor) required. Software focus required. VAR/reseller management experience. Demonstrated stakeholder management across IT, Finance, Legal, Cybersecurity, and business teams. Proven leadership, transformation, and ability to operate independently with minimal ramp-up. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Strategy, Finance, IT, Computer Science, Engineering, Legal, or other quantitative discipline. MBA preferred. Expert Level proficiency in Excel (VBA/macros not required), Strong Contract Negotiator. Core Competencies: Analytical Skills (Data/Financial/ Price Analysis), Project/Time Management, Problem Solving, Communication/ Presentation, Results Orientation, Contract Interpretational Accuracy, Relationship Building, Business & Professional Acumen. The Details: You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including: Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being. Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs. And More: We want our company to be a place you’ll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you’ll get to: Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths. Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal. Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences. Give