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Procurement Category Manager III

ICONMA

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience
  • Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain operations
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with intermediate skills in Excel
  • Familiarity with procurement systems such as SAP and Ariba

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the sourcing, contracting, and supplier management activities for assigned categories
  • Support the development and execution of procurement strategies in alignment with business objectives
  • Contribute to market analysis, spend tracking, and supplier performance monitoring
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support procurement activities related to fiber construction projects

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Communication
  • Social Skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Detail Oriented
  • Analytical Skills

About the company

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ICONMA

Management Consulting

We provide Professional Staffing Services & Project-Based Solutions for a broad range of Fortune 500 organizations. ICONMA is a certified Woman-Owned staffing company and was founded in 2000. ICONMA’s corporate headquarters is in Troy, Michigan, and has 15+ locations worldwide. What makes ICONMA stand out in a fiercely competitive industry? *We provide integrated, full lifecycle services across a broad range of business and technical platforms. *No single company can duplicate our full range of staffing and permanent recruiting services nationwide. *Proven track record of attracting and retaining exceedingly skilled professional workers in a highly competitive market. SERVICES OFFERED Staff Augmentation (Contract, Contract to Hire, Direct Hire, Single Source) Data Analysis Project-Based Services & Solutions Hire Train Deploy Service Model Offshore Staff Augmentation Payroll Services AREAS OF EXPERTISE - Information Technology - Engineering - Business Professional - Accounting/Finance - Admin/Clerical/Call Center - Healthcare/Clinical/Scientific - Marketing/Creative mail linkedin@iconma.com Phone (888) 451-2519 Website http://www.iconma.com

Company details

Company typeLarge
IndustryManagement Consulting
Company size1001 - 5000

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Job description

Our client, a Communications company, is looking for a Procurement Category Manager III for their Remote location.
 
Responsibilities:
  • This position assists in the sourcing, contracting, and supplier management activities for assigned categories at Client.
  • This role specifically will work with the Network Construction team on Outside Plant Support Services, including locates, flagging and task based support.
  • This role supports the development and execution of procurement strategies in alignment with business objectives, while helping to optimize supplier performance and value.
  • The position contributes to market analysis, spend tracking, and supplier performance monitoring, and collaborates with internal teams to ensure effective procurement operations.
  • Category Support and Analysis
  • Assist in collecting and analyzing internal spend data and external market trends at the sub-category and supplier level.
  • Support reporting efforts in collaboration with the Reporting & Analytics team.
  • Help maintain visibility of category spend across business segments.
  • Construction Support
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support procurement activities related to fiber construction projects.
  • Assist in sourcing and onboarding for construction materials, labor, and services specific to fiber deployment.
  • Track supplier performance and delivery timelines to ensure alignment with construction schedules.
  • Support the coordination of RFX events and contract execution for fiber-related categories, including permitting, trenching, and installation services.
  • Strategy Implementation
  • Contribute to the development of category strategy plans by compiling relevant data and insights.
  • Support savings initiatives through RFX coordination, supplier negotiations, and demand management efforts.
  • Contract Administration
  • Assist in managing contracts and coordinating with the Contracting Excellence team for tactical contract execution.
  • Utilize standard contract templates and ensure compliance with approved legal terms.
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Participate in meetings with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs and align on priorities.
  • Maintain a calendar of recurring meetings to support planning and issue resolution.
  • Supplier Interaction
  • Serve as a secondary point of contact for suppliers within assigned categories.
  • Assist in monitoring supplier performance and preparing materials for supplier reviews and communications.
  • Help identify supplier risks and support the evaluation of alternative sourcing options
 
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience.
  • Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain operations.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with intermediate skills in Excel.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with internal teams and suppliers.
  • Experience supporting contract reviews and supplier performance discussions.
  • Familiarity with procurement systems such as SAP and Ariba.
 
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