Job ID: 195355

Required Travel : Minimal

Managerial - Yes

Location: [[Plano, TX]]

Who are we?

Amdocs helps those who build the future to make it amazing. With our market-leading portfolio of software products and services, we unlock our customers’ innovative potential, empowering them to provide next-generation communication and media experiences for both the individual end user and enterprise customers. Our approximately 30,000 employees around the globe are here to accelerate service providers’ migration to the cloud, enable them to differentiate in the 5G era, and digitalize and automate their operations. Listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market, Amdocs had revenue of $4.89 billion in fiscal 2023.

In one sentence

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Category Manager to lead the contingent workforce category across the United States and CALA regions. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a proven track record in category management, supplier relationship management, and cost optimization. This role requires a proactive leader who can drive continuous improvement and deliver exceptional results.

What will your job look like?

• Category Strategy Development: Develop and implement comprehensive category plans for the contingent workforce, ensuring alignment with overall business goals and sourcing strategies.
• Supplier Management: Establish and nurture strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure high service levels, manage contractual obligations, and resolve disputes efficiently.
• Cost Management: Drive significant and sustainable cost reductions through strategic sourcing, effective negotiations, and innovative procurement practices.
• Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research to stay abreast of industry trends, supplier capabilities, and competitive pricing, providing insights to inform decision-making.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with the contingent workforce category, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including HR, legal, and finance teams, to understand their needs and ensure alignment with category strategies.
• Performance Monitoring: Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of category strategies and supplier performance, driving accountability and continuous improvement.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the contingent workforce category, leveraging best practices and innovative solutions.
  
  

All you need is...

• Knowledge: Familiarity with contingent workforce management practices, supplier management, and relevant technologies (mandatory).
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Human Resources, or a related field. A master's degree or relevant certification (e.g., CPSM) is highly desirable.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in category management, procurement, or supply chain management, with a focus on contingent workforce or related categories.
• Skills: Exceptional negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels of the organization.
• Managerial Skills: Proven managerial skills, including team leadership, performance management, and the ability to motivate and develop team members (mandatory).
• Travel: Willingness to travel as needed within the US and CALA regions.
  
  

Why You Will Love This Job

• You will be working within an extremely diverse and multi-cultural environment, and a fast growing and dynamic organization
• You will be provided with a rare learning opportunity within an experienced team, working on high end technology and solutions.
• You will be working on market leading software for the telecommunications industry
  
  

Amdocs is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce