Category Manager - Technology, Data, AI & Hyperscalers

Category Manager - Technology, Data, AI & Hyperscalers The Category Manager will drive end-to-end sourcing execution and category management across enterprise technology spend, including cloud hyperscalers (AWS, Azure, GCP), data platforms, and AI solutions. The role combines hands-on sourcing delivery with category strategy and execution Responsibilities: • Support development and execution of category strategies across technology, data, AI, and cloud • Identify opportunities for cost optimization, vendor consolidation, and demand management • Develop and execute sourcing strategies for Tech Deals across, cloud hyperscalers (AWS, Azure, GCP), data platforms, and AI solutions • Manage sourcing and renewals for hyperscaler contracts and cloud consumption programs • Managed end-to-end sourcing cycle, understand business needs, perform vendor research to identify potential participants to gettingthe contract signed • Develop and published RFP in Ariba • Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and gather market intelligence to support decision-making • Lead supplier selection and qualification processes, including issuing RFIs, RFPs, and conducting supplier evaluations and negotiations • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and ensure the sourcing strategy meets their needs • Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to secure favorable agreements that optimize value while mitigating risks • Manage project plan for all assigned sourcing requests from requirement gathering to contracting • Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to secure favorable agreements (MSA/SOW) that optimize value while mitigating risks • Liaise with legal, business and supplier to finalize contracts • Document and analyze supplier responses to ensure it contains valid and detailed information • Co-ordination with various stakeholders (business, procurement, suppliers) for setting up meetings, presentations and other sessions • Liaising with business stakeholders, procurement team and suppliers to ensure timely and successful completions of tasks and activities (related to RFx events, NDA management and contracting) • Collaborate with Technology, Data, AI, Security, Finance, and Legal teams to align sourcing outcomes • Maintaining project plans/ tracker for all requests and sourcing events, including timely reporting to all stakeholders Qualifications: • Bachelor's Degree • 5+ years of sourcing/procurement experience with a focus on IT Hardware & Infrastructure • Proven experience as a Sourcing Specialist, Procurement Specialist, or similar role • Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies, procurement best practices, and supplier management • Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills • Good project management/ business analysis/ process analysis skills • Working knowledge of SAP Ariba, primarily in Sourcing and Contract workspace • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities • Professional certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certification will be a plus