Director, Strategic Sourcing and Category Management

JOB SUMMARY In this role, the successful candidate will focus on positioning our organization as a trusted partner to our internal clients to increase spend under management, standardize and streamline processes, and implement strategic sourcing strategies that deliver tangible value to the business while increasing internal client satisfaction. The leader is responsible for leading category managers and managing spend across IT (e.g., software/SaaS, hardware, telecom, staff augmentation), Professional Services (e.g., Systems integration, Consulting, Audit, Tax, Marketing), Business Process Outsource (BPO), and Corporate Services (e.g., HR, Contingent labor, Facilities) categories. JOB ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Develop internal client relationships to gain insight & understanding of their strategic priorities, roadmaps, and business requirements. 2. Develop category management organization, team member capabilities, strategic sourcing playbooks / processes 3. Lead, develop and manage sourcing and vendor management strategies across the enterprise to deliver value 4. Lead cross-functional sourcing teams and enterprise initiatives from strategy development through sourcing, contracting and implementation. 5. Optimize and consolidate supply base across procurement categories. 6. Define and implement process improvements that increase customer satisfaction, reduce cycle time and deliver efficiency gains while ensuring compliance with policies and mitigating supplier risk. 7. Develop new vendors as needed to provide the capacity and sustainability required to support current and future needs. 8. Facilitate and support ESG initiatives, by identifying, engaging, and developing diverse vendors 9. Collaborate, coordinate, and communicate across disciplines and departments. 10. Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and requirements. 11. Demonstrate Company's Core Competencies and values held within. 12. Please note due to the exposure of PHI sensitive data -- this role is considered to be a High Risk Role. 13. The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary. JOB SCOPE The role is responsible for working hands-on with stakeholders across the business to ensure business requirements are properly defined and evaluated holistically across the business. Also, the Director is responsible for leveraging the business scale, developing best-in-class systems/structure, driving growth and operational efficiency, and supporting the business growth by integrating mergers and acquisitions. The Director, Category Management and Strategic Sourcing reports directly to the VP, Procurement & Vendor Management and the location is flexible, as the position is primarily remote. COMPENSATION The salary range for this position is $150-$160k. Specific offers take into account a candidate’s education, experience and skills, as well as the candidate’s work location and internal equity. This position is also eligible for health insurance, 401k and bonus opportunity. Qualifications JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, and Training): * Bachelor's degree is required, MBA or further advanced degree is desirable * 10+ years of experience in Procurement * Strong knowledge of Indirect Procurement Categories: IT Services, Hardware, Software/ SaaS, Professional Services, BPO, Corporate Services, HR Services * Experience with strategic sourcing methodologies, structured contract negotiations, and supplier performance management * Experience with leading cross-functional teams effectively, and rolling out enterprise initiatives * Proven influencing skills with stakeholders * Influencing skills to persuade others to change behavior in pursuit of a common goal * Strong leadership and collaboration skills to build and maintain trusted relationships with leadership and peers * Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to confidently present complex information to senior executives * Ability to think strategically and develop the organization's future state strategy * Strong Business Acumen -- the ability to understand challenges through the eyes of the business leaders * Broad-based understanding of core procurement areas of focus (spend management, category management and supplier management) * Broad-based understanding of IT / Technology procurement, sourcing strategies, and contract management * Financial planning and budget management experience * Proactively plan and lead multiple priorities effectively * Identify and drive change and continuous improvement opportunities * Comfortable with ambiguity and adapt to changing business needs and priorities * Strong process & project management experience * Highly analytical, data-driven thinking * Strong communication planning, visualization, and execution skills * Technical Skills - Microsoft Office (Power Point, Excel, Word, Visio), P2P solutions (Ariba, Coupa, etc.), Tableau, Power BI * Individual in this position must be able to work in a standard office environment which requires sitting and viewing monitor(s) for extended periods of time, operating standard office equipment such as, but not limited to, a keyboard, copier and telephone BENEFITS We realize that our employees are instrumental to our success, and we reward them accordingly with very competitive compensation and benefits packages, an incentive bonus program, as well as recognition and awards programs. Our work environment is friendly and supportive, and we offer flexible schedules whenever possible, as well as a wide range of live and web-based professional development and educational programs to prepare you for advancement opportunities. Your benefits will include: Medical, dental and vision coverage with low deductible & copay Life insurance Short and long-term disability Paid Parental Leave 401(k) + match Employee Stock Purchase Plan Generous Paid Time Off – accrued based on years of service WA Candidates: the accrual rate is 4.61 hours every other week for the first two years of tenure before increasing with additional years of service 10 paid company holidays Tuition reimbursement Flexible Spending Account Employee Assistance Program Sick time benefits – for eligible employees, one hour of sick time for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum accrual of 40 hours per calendar year, unless the laws of the state in which the employee is located provide for more generous sick time benefits. EEO STATEMENT Claritev is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you would like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here . APPLICATION DEADLINE We will generally accept applications for at least 5 calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted. #LI-AN1