Sobre esta vaga de Senior Procurement IT Category Manager na PerkinElmer
When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.
Job Title
Senior Procurement IT Category Manager
Location(s)
US Remote - MA, US Remote - NY, US Remote - PAJob Description
Purpose
This role will provide leadership for the company’s global IT Procurement category, owning the contracting and renewal process of IT agreements valued at more than $100M. Resource will collaborate cross-functionally with IT and business owners to critically challenge licensure needs, consolidate applications, and drive incremental cost reductions through sound procurement practices. Ensure all agreements are thoroughly negotiated and credibly benchmarked. Collaborate with legal, IT, and business stakeholders to ensure agreements meet company contracting guidelines and manage business risks. Lead IT Steerco Process governance, presenting final negotiated agreements to Executive Leadership Team approvers.
Responsibilities
- Strategic IT Procurement Expertise: Proven experience leading IT procurement initiatives, with a strong focus on software and SaaS categories, including application rationalization and license optimization.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to partner with business stakeholders, IT, finance, and legal teams to identify redundant applications, streamline software portfolios, and drive business process changes that reduce license counts and total cost of ownership.
- Renewal Management & Planning: Skilled in developing proactive renewal strategies, including early engagement with stakeholders, risk mitigation planning, and leveraging renewal timelines to maximize negotiation leverage.
- Advanced Negotiation Skills: Track record of robustly challenging suppliers, negotiating complex software agreements, and securing favorable terms that reflect fair market value and align with business needs.
- Contracting & Market Intelligence: Deep understanding of software licensing models, contract structures, and benchmarking practices to ensure commercial terms are competitive and compliant.
- Consulting Background Preferred: Experience in a consulting environment is highly desirable, bringing a structured, analytical approach to problem-solving and stakeholder engagement.
Basic Qualifications
- 10-15 years of experience in a procurement or buying role
- 10+ years of experience supporting IT and technology categories
- Experience supporting procurement categories on a global scale
- Experience managing procurement activities for fleet or a closely related commodity
- Bachelors Degree
- Strong communications & presentation skills
- Experience working in SAP or a similar ERP system, skills with MS Office, familiarity with eSourcing and Procure 2 Pay tools
The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $165,000.00 to $190,000.00. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.