Category Lead & Sr. Sourcing Manager (IT)

TL;DR

Category Lead & Sr. Sourcing Manager (IT): Developing and executing sourcing strategies across technology spend categories including cloud, cybersecurity, and SaaS with an accent on commercial optimization and risk reduction. Focus on leading complex RFPs, negotiating high-value enterprise agreements, and ensuring the responsible acquisition of AI technologies.

Location: Hybrid (Atlanta, GA / New York, NY) — Must be based in the US and spend at least four days a week in the office

Salary: $150,000–$170,000 per year

Company

One of the world’s leading independent global investment firms dedicated to rethinking possibilities for their clients.

What you will do

• Develop multi-year category strategies for software, cloud, infrastructure, and security spend.
• Lead complex RFPs/RFQs, competitive bids, and direct negotiations for high-value technology agreements.
• Manage the end-to-end commercial lifecycle, including drafting and redlining contracts in coordination with Legal.
• Analyze market trends, pricing models, and emerging technologies such as AI/ML tools and cloud-native architectures.
• Partner with IT leadership, Finance, and Security to align technology investments with business objectives.

Requirements

• 7–12 years of experience in IT procurement, technology sourcing, or category management.
• Must be based in the US to comply with the hybrid workplace model (minimum 4 days/week in office).
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, IT Management, Finance, or a related field.
• Deep understanding of technology domains: cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), cybersecurity, SaaS, and data platforms.
• Proven track record of negotiating high-value enterprise agreements exceeding $500K annual spend.

Nice to have

• MBA or Master’s degree.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, ITIL, or FinOps Practitioner.
• Proficiency with procurement platforms like Zip, Oracle, Globality, SpendHQ, or IronClad.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule with a strong emphasis on in-person collaboration.
• 100% 401(K) matching up to the first 6% plus discretionary supplemental contributions.
• Flexible paid time off and parental leave benefits.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing offerings.
• Employee stock purchase plan.