[Remote] Category Manager - HR and Legal Services

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Agilent Technologies is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, and they are seeking a Global Category Manager to lead their sourcing strategy for HR and Legal Services. This role involves developing global category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring alignment with business leaders to drive value and mitigate risks.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute multi-year global category strategies aligned to Agilent’s business priorities and financial targetsDefine category roadmaps for: HR Services (employee benefits, payroll, talent services, contingent labor support) and Legal Services (outside counsel, IP support, litigation, etc.)Drive standardization, supplier consolidation, and demand management across regionsLeverage market intelligence and benchmarking to inform sourcing decisionsLead global and regional sourcing initiatives (RFPs, RFQs, negotiations, contract execution)Negotiate complex commercial models (e.g., benefits brokerage, legal fee structures, outcome-based pricing)Implement and manage supplier governance, performance scorecards, and quarterly business reviewsDrive continuous improvement and innovation from key suppliersServe as the primary sourcing partner to Global HR and Legal leadershipAlign procurement strategies with functional priorities and regional nuancesInfluence stakeholders to adopt global sourcing strategies, policies, and preferred suppliersSupport change management and communication to ensure successful implementationMitigate supplier and commercial risks through structured contracting and governance modelsEnsure adherence to Agilent procurement policies, Delegation of Authority (DOA), and audit requirementsManage sensitive supplier relationships (e.g., legal firms, benefits providers) with appropriate confidentialityDeliver year-over-year cost savings and value creation aligned to sourcing targetsManage category spend visibility, forecasting, and reporting through Agilent procurement systemsIdentify and execute on total cost of ownership (TCO) optimization opportunitiesTrack and report KPIs including savings, compliance, supplier performance, and stakeholder satisfactionSkillsBachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related discipline8+ years of procurement/sourcing experience, with strong focus on Indirect servicesDemonstrated experience in HR services/benefits and/or legal services sourcing categoriesProven success operating in a global, matrixed organizationStrong commercial acumen, negotiation, and contract management expertiseAbility to influence senior stakeholders and drive alignment across functionsMaster's or equivalent advanced degreeExperience within a life sciences, diagnostics, or highly regulated industryFamiliarity with Agilent systems and tools (Ariba eSourcing, Ironclad, spend analytics)BenefitsEligibility for bonusStockBenefitsOption to work remotelyCompany OverviewAgilent Technologies addresses the scientific and laboratory management needs of analytical scientists and clinical researchers. It was founded in 1999, and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.agilent.com.