Manpower Group Inc.
Our client, a leading organization in the corporate services sector, is seeking a Category Manager to join their team. As a Category Manager, you will be part of the procurement department supporting vendor management and strategic sourcing initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, excellent stakeholder management, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.
Job Title:
Category Manager
Location: Northbrook, Illinois
Pay Range:
What's the Job?
Manage complex vendor relationships across multiple functions including marketing, HR, legal, finance, and enterprise software categories
Lead end-to-end RFP processes to identify and select optimal vendors
Negotiate contracts and terms with vendors to achieve strategic objectives
Bring structure and clarity to fast-moving procurement projects
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with business goals
What's Needed?
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
5-10 years of procurement or vendor management experience
Experience with marketing, HR, legal, finance, or enterprise software categories
Proven success in leading vendor negotiations and managing RFP processes
Strong communication skills and stakeholder management abilities
What's in it for me?
Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative environment
Engage in meaningful projects that impact organizational success
Develop your procurement expertise within a supportive team
Gain valuable experience in a fast-paced setting
Contribute to strategic sourcing initiatives that drive value
Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:
Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Health Savings Account
Health Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Supplemental Life Insurance
Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
Business Travel Insurance
401(k), Plus Match
Weekly Pay
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells
ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands -
Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells
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creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.
ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Job Title:
Category Manager
Location: Northbrook, Illinois
Pay Range:
What's the Job?
Manage complex vendor relationships across multiple functions including marketing, HR, legal, finance, and enterprise software categories
Lead end-to-end RFP processes to identify and select optimal vendors
Negotiate contracts and terms with vendors to achieve strategic objectives
Bring structure and clarity to fast-moving procurement projects
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with business goals
What's Needed?
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
5-10 years of procurement or vendor management experience
Experience with marketing, HR, legal, finance, or enterprise software categories
Proven success in leading vendor negotiations and managing RFP processes
Strong communication skills and stakeholder management abilities
What's in it for me?
Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative environment
Engage in meaningful projects that impact organizational success
Develop your procurement expertise within a supportive team
Gain valuable experience in a fast-paced setting
Contribute to strategic sourcing initiatives that drive value
Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:
Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Health Savings Account
Health Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Supplemental Life Insurance
Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
Business Travel Insurance
401(k), Plus Match
Weekly Pay
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells
ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands -
Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells
-
creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.
ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.