Senior Category Manager

Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions, offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce. The company has become one of the fastest-growing HCM software providers worldwide by offering an intuitive, easy-to-use product suite that helps businesses automate and streamline HR and payroll processes, attract and retain talent, and build a strong workplace culture.

While traditional HR and payroll providers automate basic HR processes such as payroll and benefits administration, Paylocity goes further by developing tools that HR and businesses need to compete for talent and deliver against the expectations of the modern workforce.

We give our employees what they need to succeed, including great benefits and perks! We offer medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and a 401(k) match, as well as perks that support you, your family, and your finances. And if it’s career development you desire, we provide that, too! At Paylocity, people matter most and have always been at the heart of our business.

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Position Overview 

The Senior Category Manager is responsible for negotiating key agreements within a variety of categories including Sales, Marketing, Operations, Professional Services and Facilities and will own the end-to-end sourcing process. In addition to leading negotiations in these categories, the manager will partner with key internal stakeholders to develop category strategies that support current and future sourcing needs, ensure operational efficiencies, and mitigate risk. The category lead will foster collaboration with the business, suppliers, key stakeholders, and team members.  

Primary Responsibilities  

The below represents the primary duties of the position; others may be assigned as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business objectives and priorities to source indirect third-party services and solutions for the organization’s Sales, Marketing, HR, Finance and Facilities organizations, and others as needed.
• Develop and implement strategic category plans to support current business needs and provide a roadmap for future supplier partnerships.   
• Supervise, plan, manage and assume complete responsibility for all activities and processes associated with the categories assigned.   
• Lead and/or support RFxs creation, analysis, down select, and recommendations to senior management.   
• Review and redline third-party contracts (MSAs, SOWs, SAs, etc.), negotiate best commercial terms, and enforce the Delegation of Authority requirements for execution.  
• Identify innovative procurement solutions that provide savings and process efficiencies for the organization.   
• Perform procurement reporting and analysis of management information to identify potential improvement opportunities.   
• Maintain contractual and business relationships with suppliers and lead or support supplier business reviews.   
• Assist with the company’s acquisition strategies by completing the due diligence and integration activities for the spend categories.   
• Facilitate implementation of procurement change initiatives within the category to improve business performance. 
• Develop and maintain expert knowledge of respective global supply markets, competitors, and product innovations.   
• Hold regular cross-functional stakeholder meetings to align on progress and new opportunities.   
• Identify and mitigate roadblocks to support resolutions and maintain internal business partner satisfaction.   
• Use agility to move between big picture thinking and detailed analysis. 

Fully Remote (U.S. Only): This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from home or location of record within the U.S. with no in-office requirements. You must be available five days per week during designated work hours. The work arrangement for this role is subject to change based on business needs and individual performance. This may include adjustments to on-site requirements or schedule expectations, as necessary. 

Education and Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, finance, business or related field.   
• 10+ years’ experience in procurement, sourcing or related field delivering similar job outcomes. 
• Deep category knowledge in Sales & Marketing, Professional Services and Facilities.  
• Knowledge and experience with ERP and Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) tools.  Prior experience with Coupa is a plus. 
• An advanced degree is a plus.   
• Professional certification (e.g., CPM, CPSM, CIRM, CPIM) is a plus.   

Physical requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods: The role requires sitting at a desk or workstation for long periods, typically 7-8 hours a day.
• Use of computer and phone systems: The employee must be able to operate a computer, use phone systems, and type. This includes using multiple software programs and inquiries simultaneously.

Paylocity is an equal-opportunity employer.

Paylocity is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. At Paylocity, we believe diversity makes us better.

We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, culture, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion or spiritual belief, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We actively cultivate these differences through our employee resource groups (ERGs), employee experiences, perspectives, talents, and approaches to drive innovation in the software and services we provide our customers.

We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact accessibility@paylocity.com. This email address is exclusively designated for such requests, aligning with federal and state disability laws. Please do not send resumes to this email address, as they will be removed.

 The base pay range for this position is $99,800 - $160,000/yr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual bonus and restricted stock unit grant based on individual performance in addition to a full range of benefits outlined here. This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via www.paylocity.com/careers.  

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