Category Manager - Telecom and IT Hardware & Software

3 Months ago • 7 Years + • Manufacturing • Logistics

Job Summary

Job Description

The Category Manager - Telecom and IT Hardware & Software will oversee sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management. Responsibilities include identifying sourcing opportunities, conducting market research, supplier evaluation and selection, negotiation and contracting, total cost analysis, supplier relationship management, supply chain risk assessment, driving continuous improvement, stakeholder collaboration, and performance monitoring and reporting. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in category management of commodity-based procurement, including index-based pricing agreements, and a strong background in strategic cost management. They must possess strong negotiation skills, analytical abilities, and excellent communication skills. Proficiency in procurement software is also required.
Must have:
  • 7+ years in Category Management
  • Strategic cost management
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Excellent analytical & problem-solving
  • Proficiency in procurement software
Good to have:
  • Master's degree
  • Industry certification (CSMP)

Job Details

Scientific Games:

Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and technology, and the partner of choice for government lotteries. From cutting-edge backend systems to exciting entertainment experiences and trailblazing retail and digital solutions, we elevate play every day. We push game designs to the next level and are pioneers in data analytics and iLottery. Built on a foundation of trusted partnerships, Scientific Games combines relentless innovation, legendary performance, and unwavering security to responsibly propel the global lottery industry ever forward.

Position Summary

The successful candidate will possess comprehensive knowledge of procurement processes, exceptional negotiation skills, and a proven track record of developing and implementing successful category management strategies.  Reporting to the Chief Procurement Officer, the Senior Category Manager will be a key contributor in overseeing the sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management activities across assigned categories of spend.

Identify Sourcing Opportunities – Actively search for and identify potential sourcing opportunities within the organization by analyzing spend data, market trends, and supplier landscapes.

Conduct Market Research – Gather and analyze market intelligence to stay informed about industry trends, supplier capabilities, pricing dynamics, and emerging technologies.

Supplier Evaluation & Selection – Assess and evaluate potential suppliers based on predetermined criteria such as financial stability, quality, capacity, delivery capabilities, and alignment of roadmap with Scientific Games’ strategic objectives.

Negotiation and Contracting – Lead or participate in negotiations with suppliers to obtain favorable terms, pricing, and contractual agreements while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Total Cost Analysis – Conduct comprehensive cost analysis considering both direct and indirect costs, such as transportation, inventory carrying costs, and potential risks associated with sourcing decisions.

Supplier Relationship Management – Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to foster collaboration, address performance issues, explore cost-savings opportunities, and mitigate risks.

Supply Chain Risk Assessment – Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies to ensure continuity of supply, minimize disruptions, and protect the organization’s interests.

Drive Continuous Improvement – Regularly review and analyze sourcing process, procedures, and outcomes to identify areas for improvement, implement best practices, and optimize efficiency and effectiveness of the Procurement function.

Stakeholder Collaboration – Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, engineering, legal, quality, regulatory, and commercial Sales & Marketing to align sourcing strategies with broader organizational goals and objectives.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting – Track and measure supplier performance against KPI’s, report on metrics such as cost savings & avoidance, quality improvements, and delivery reliability, and provide regular updates to stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field
  • 7+ years’ experience in Category Management of commodity-based procurement; including index-based pricing agreements
  • Strategic cost management background including, but not limited to, advanced cost modeling
  • Strong negotiation skills, with a demonstrated ability to drive cost savings and favorable terms.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with proficiency in utilizing data-driven insights to inform decisions.
  • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
  • Proficiency in relevant procurement software and tools (eSourcing, eProcurement, Spend Analytics)
  • Local to Alpharetta, in office 2-3 days weekly

Desired

  • Master’s degree preferred.
  • Industry certification (Certified Supply Management Professional or equivalent)

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, use hands, operate a computer, and have specific vision abilities to include close and distance vision, and ability to adjust focus working with computer and business equipment.The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. If your position requires you to work in the field, production, and/or warehouse, it is mandatory that you use the approved Personal Protective Equipment.


Work Conditions

Scientific Games, LLC and its affiliates (collectively, “SG”) are engaged in highly regulated gaming and lottery businesses.   As a result, certain SG employees may, among other things, be required to obtain a gaming or other license(s), undergo background investigations or security checks, or meet certain standards dictated by law, regulation or contracts.   In order to ensure SG complies with its regulatory and contractual commitments, as a condition to hiring and continuing to employ its employees, SG requires all of its employees to meet those requirements that are necessary to fulfill their individual roles.  As a prerequisite to employment with SG (to the extent permitted by law), you shall be asked to consent to SG conducting a due diligence/background investigation on you.

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above. 
 

SG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you’d like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster.

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About The Company

It’s an exciting time as Light & Wonder carves its own path forward as the leading cross-platform global game company, and Scientific Games continues as the world’s leading lottery company and partner of choice for government lotteries.


These strategic business transformations have been a year in the making and would not be possible without a true collaborative effort.

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