Net2Source (N2S)
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Base pay range
$70.00/hr - $80.00/hr Job Title:
Category Manager – IT & Strategic Sourcing Location:
Hybrid – Preferred onsite Tuesday to Thursday (Minneapolis, MN or Denver, CO) Schedule:
Full-time | Standard Business Hours | Potential for Overtime Type:
Contract (with potential for extension or conversion, depending on role focus) Job Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced
Category Manager
to lead strategic sourcing and vendor management efforts for enterprise-wide technology initiatives. This role focuses primarily on IT transformation projects, including large-scale implementations such as SAP S/4HANA and Customer Information Systems (CIS). The successful candidate will drive contract negotiations, manage key vendor relationships, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to support fast-paced, high-impact programs. A secondary (conditional) aspect of this role may include short-term support for wind energy projects—focusing on regulatory and tax-driven contracts with aggressive timelines. Key Responsibilities
Lead sourcing strategy and contract negotiations for complex IT transformation initiatives. Manage vendor relationships, ensuring performance and compliance with contract terms. Partner with internal stakeholders across IT, legal, finance, and business operations. Support procurement processes for high-value enterprise systems, including SAP S/4HANA and CIS platforms. Ensure alignment with regulatory, financial, and business requirements. Provide short-term procurement support for renewable energy and infrastructure-related projects, as needed. Independently manage priorities while operating within a collaborative, cross-functional environment. Engage and influence senior leadership and key decision-makers. Required Skills & Experience
10+ years of IT sourcing and contracting experience , with a focus on enterprise applications and services. Proven track record of successful
vendor negotiations and multi-vendor contract management . Experience supporting
SAP S/4HANA , CIS, or other major IT transformation projects. Strong knowledge of
procurement best practices , legal terms, and risk management in large-scale contracts. Demonstrated ability to work independently and
influence senior stakeholders . Experience in or familiarity with the
utility or energy industry
strongly preferred. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills. Preferred Qualifications
Background in
wind/renewable energy contracting
(regulatory/tax-driven project work). Experience working in
regulated industries
or capital-intensive environments. Familiarity with systems integrators and large-scale IT services agreements. Hybrid model – onsite presence required Tuesday through Thursday. Office location options include downtown Minneapolis, MN or Denver, CO. Collaborative and fast-paced environment with a high degree of autonomy expected. Occasional travel for vendor or client meetings may be required (reimbursed). Why This Role is Attractive
Opportunity to support
enterprise-level IT transformations
and
renewable energy projects . Gain exposure to
high-impact, capital, and regulatory initiatives . Join a forward-thinking, innovation-driven organization committed to operational excellence. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Contract Job function
Engineering, Management, and Project Management Industries
Pipeline Transportation, Oil and Gas, and Natural Gas Distribution Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Net2Source (N2S) by 2x
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$70.00/hr - $80.00/hr Job Title:
Category Manager – IT & Strategic Sourcing Location:
Hybrid – Preferred onsite Tuesday to Thursday (Minneapolis, MN or Denver, CO) Schedule:
Full-time | Standard Business Hours | Potential for Overtime Type:
Contract (with potential for extension or conversion, depending on role focus) Job Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced
Category Manager
to lead strategic sourcing and vendor management efforts for enterprise-wide technology initiatives. This role focuses primarily on IT transformation projects, including large-scale implementations such as SAP S/4HANA and Customer Information Systems (CIS). The successful candidate will drive contract negotiations, manage key vendor relationships, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to support fast-paced, high-impact programs. A secondary (conditional) aspect of this role may include short-term support for wind energy projects—focusing on regulatory and tax-driven contracts with aggressive timelines. Key Responsibilities
Lead sourcing strategy and contract negotiations for complex IT transformation initiatives. Manage vendor relationships, ensuring performance and compliance with contract terms. Partner with internal stakeholders across IT, legal, finance, and business operations. Support procurement processes for high-value enterprise systems, including SAP S/4HANA and CIS platforms. Ensure alignment with regulatory, financial, and business requirements. Provide short-term procurement support for renewable energy and infrastructure-related projects, as needed. Independently manage priorities while operating within a collaborative, cross-functional environment. Engage and influence senior leadership and key decision-makers. Required Skills & Experience
10+ years of IT sourcing and contracting experience , with a focus on enterprise applications and services. Proven track record of successful
vendor negotiations and multi-vendor contract management . Experience supporting
SAP S/4HANA , CIS, or other major IT transformation projects. Strong knowledge of
procurement best practices , legal terms, and risk management in large-scale contracts. Demonstrated ability to work independently and
influence senior stakeholders . Experience in or familiarity with the
utility or energy industry
strongly preferred. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills. Preferred Qualifications
Background in
wind/renewable energy contracting
(regulatory/tax-driven project work). Experience working in
regulated industries
or capital-intensive environments. Familiarity with systems integrators and large-scale IT services agreements. Hybrid model – onsite presence required Tuesday through Thursday. Office location options include downtown Minneapolis, MN or Denver, CO. Collaborative and fast-paced environment with a high degree of autonomy expected. Occasional travel for vendor or client meetings may be required (reimbursed). Why This Role is Attractive
Opportunity to support
enterprise-level IT transformations
and
renewable energy projects . Gain exposure to
high-impact, capital, and regulatory initiatives . Join a forward-thinking, innovation-driven organization committed to operational excellence. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Contract Job function
Engineering, Management, and Project Management Industries
Pipeline Transportation, Oil and Gas, and Natural Gas Distribution Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Net2Source (N2S) by 2x
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