Global IT Category Manager managing Telecom & Network strategies for Kimberly-Clark. Establishing best-in-class agreements and integrating software onto common global platforms.
Responsibilities
Manage & influence KC’s global Telecom & Network strategy by establishing best-in-class agreements.
Deliver progressive business framework agreements for use in software and ITPS within KC; range of suppliers such as Microsoft, Salesforce.com and emerging SaaS providers.
Develop short- and long-term strategies for KC to embrace SaaS while leveraging existing KC software investments.
Work with internal KC stakeholders on cross company acquisition, service and supplier initiatives including RFI/RFP’s and single source negotiations/renegotiations.
Collaborate with IT Leaders/Product Owners to set realistic and challenging operational goals-objectives.
Drive integration of software/ITPS onto common global/scalable platforms including benchmarking suppliers, unifying contracts services, evaluating different business unit requirements and existing opportunities or new initiatives.
Execute IT procurement strategies that deliver material improvement on quality, price and service.
Collaborate with Senior global IT Leaders to drive, measure and adjust IT strategic imperatives.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Minimum 4 years Indirect Sourcing (Procurement), IT Product Ownership or Supply Chain Management Experience.
Minimum of 2 years of software licensing and/or ITPS experience.
Minimum of 2 years of experience with complex global software and/or ITPS terms and conditions.
Minimum of 4 years of experience working with financial information and compiling data as a means of analytic decision making, pricing comparison and benchmarking.
Minimum 4 years of experience negotiating at the highest levels within a supplier organization chart.
Benefits
Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions.
Access to an on-site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.
Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.
Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.
Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.
Job title
Global IT Category Manager – Enterprise & Corporate Functions
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