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Description The Sr. Category Manager (Technology) supports sourcing and procurement objectives by managing IT spend categories, developing category strategies, and optimizing supplier performance. The role oversees technology-related spending across software, SaaS, hardware, telecommunications, cloud services, cybersecurity, and professional services. It drives operational and financial results by identifying cost-saving opportunities, maximizing supplier value, and ensuring sourcing decisions align with organizational policies, risk standards, and business goals. Here's what you can expect from the job and what you need to be successful:

What You'll Do:

Manages assigned IT spend categories, including strategy development, sourcing execution, supplier evaluation, and ongoing category performance monitoring. Conducts market research, spend analysis, and benchmarking to identify opportunities for cost optimization, value improvement, and risk reduction with IT categories. Leads sourcing events such as RFPs, RFIs, and negotiations for moderately complex IT products, services, and technology solutions. Analyzes IT supplier proposals, commercial terms, and pricing structures to support informed decision‑making. Collaborates with IT business stakeholders to understand requirements, align sourcing strategies, and ensure category plans support operational needs. Supports contract development and negotiation by providing category insights, supplier data, and commercial recommendations. Monitors supplier performance, identifies issues, and partners with internal teams to drive corrective actions and continuous improvement. Maintains accurate documentation, category plans, and supplier records in procurement and contract management systems. Contributes to the development of sourcing processes, tools, and templates to improve efficiency and consistency. Supports budgeting and forecasting activities by providing category‑level insights and spend projections.

Essential Skills:

Required Experience:

4 - 6 years of experience in sourcing practices, category management principles, and supplier evaluation methods. Experience managing and sourcing IT-related spend categories, including software, SaaS, cloud services, hardware, telecommunications, cybersecurity solutions, and technology professional services. Ability to analyze spend data, market trends, and supplier proposals to support strategic decisions. Experience negotiating commercial terms and managing sourcing events. Familiarity with contract language, risk considerations, and procurement policies. Proficiency with procurement and contract management systems. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and financial acumen. Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.

Required Education:

Bachelors degree in field relevant to role (or 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree)

Location:

Hillsboro Corporate Office | Hillsboro

OR 97124 OR

Marlborough Corporate Office |

Marlborough, MA Target Compensation:

$93,000 - $111,500 + Annual Bonus #LI-MG1 #

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Who We Are:

What makes First Tech different? Click here to learn more! Every great journey begins with a bold idea—and ours is no different. First Tech and DCU were founded on the belief that financial solutions should put people first. That belief has fueled decades of innovation and service, rooted in the tech sector and expanding to support members from all walks of life.

Employees are eligible for:

• Traditional medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous 401(k) match

Paid Time Off:

You'll accrue up to 15 days in your first year. In addition, you'll receive 40 hours of sick time and 3 personal days, which refresh annually

• Paid federal holidays
• Special employee pricing on lending products such as mortgage, auto, and personal loans (eligibility subject to standard account requirements and underwriting criteria)

Employment Statements:

First Tech is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity, inclusion, and equity at our company. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. If you're applying for a job and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an email to recruiters@firsttechfed.com and let us know the nature of your request and contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. First Tech is not currently offering Visa transfer/sponsorship for this position.