American International Group

Sourcing Manager, Indirect/Professional Services

American International Group$90K — $120K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in strategic sourcing or procurement, focusing on indirect spend categories.
  • Experience managing Professional Services categories like consulting and managed services.
  • Proven success in developing category strategies that yield cost savings and innovation.
  • Skilled in leading RFPs, RFQs, and supplier selection processes.
  • Strong analytical skills leveraging spend analysis and market intelligence.
  • Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management abilities.
  • Proficient in sourcing and procurement tools.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement category strategies to enhance cost and service quality.
  • Manage indirect spend categories to identify savings opportunities and mitigate risks.
  • Conduct market analyses to spot trends and innovations related to assigned categories.
  • Lead strategic sourcing efforts from RFP development to contract execution.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing with business goals.
  • Negotiate supplier contracts ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Drive continuous improvement in sourcing processes and supplier performance.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package focusing on health and financial security.
  • Emphasis on professional development opportunities.
  • Strong support for work-life balance.
  • Inclusive culture that values diverse backgrounds and talents.
Full Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Sourcing Category Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in strategic sourcing, category management, supplier relationship management, and indirect procurement. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent analytical abilities, strong stakeholder management skills, and a deep understanding of market dynamics. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and delivering measurable value across assigned categories, including professional services and other indirect spend areas.


This role requires 4 days per week in our Atlanta office.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement comprehensive category strategies to optimize cost, quality, service levels, and business value.
  • Manage assigned indirect spend categories, identifying opportunities for cost savings, supplier consolidation, process improvements, and risk mitigation.
  • Conduct market analyses to identify trends, opportunities, innovation, and risks within assigned categories.
  • Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs, from strategy development through supplier selection and contract execution.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with organizational objectives.
  • Negotiate, execute, and manage supplier contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
  • Source and negotiate complex Professional Services agreements, including consulting, contingent labor, managed services, and other knowledge-based service categories.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sourcing processes, supplier performance, and overall procurement effectiveness.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders.
  • Monitor supplier performance and key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Identify and mitigate supply, commercial, operational, and financial risks within assigned categories.

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement experience, including ownership of indirect spend categories within a complex corporate environment.
  • Demonstrated experience sourcing and managing Professional Services categories, including consulting, contingent workforce, managed services, and other indirect services.
  • Proven track record developing and executing category strategies that deliver cost savings, supplier innovation, risk mitigation, and business value.
  • Experience leading competitive sourcing events (RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs) and managing supplier evaluation and selection processes.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with experience leveraging spend analysis, market intelligence, and data-driven decision-making.
  • Excellent negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of market dynamics, industry trends, and strategic sourcing best practices across indirect procurement categories.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency with sourcing, procurement, contract lifecycle management, and spend analysis tools.


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At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.

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At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.

Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.

Welcome to a culture of inclusion

We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.

Functional Area:

CS - Corporate Services

About American International Group

American International Group provides property insurance, life insurance, and financial services.

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Learn more about American International Group
Size
36,600 employees
Market Cap
$46.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$5.9 billion
Founded
1919
5 Year Trend
-0.3%
Revenue
$43.7 billion
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