Labor Category Manager
Core
Lead global, enterprise-wide category strategy development and sourcing execution for labor and workforce-related spend categories.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing leader (category management)
Builds
Enterprise sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and commercial value for labor categories
Domain
Corporate procurement / Strategic Sourcing / Workforce Management
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, category management, spend analytics, supplier intelligence, negotiation, supplier performance management, stakeholder influence, team leadership
Preferred skills
Commercial acumen, analytical thinking, contract management, AI-enabled sourcing tools
Responsibilities
Develop and execute category strategies aligned with enterprise priorities; Lead sourcing initiatives, supplier evaluations, and negotiations; Manage supplier performance through governance and scorecards; Partner with business leaders to align sourcing plans with demand; Lead, coach, and develop Category Specialists and contractors; Drive adoption of sourcing methodologies and best practices.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people leadership