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Category Leader - IT Services & Professional Services at Metasys Technologies Category Leader - IT Services & Professional Services at Metasys Technologies in Alameda, California Posted in 4 days ago.
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Category Leader - IT Services & Professional Services Sourcing ????Bay Area, California Preferred | Hybrid Schedule ???? Full-Time | Strategic Procurement Leadership Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Category Leader - IT Services to lead category strategy, sourcing execution, and supplier performance management across a large, complex Professional Services portfolio. This role will focus heavily on IT services procurement and enterprise MSP management , requiring a strong balance of strategic thinking, analytical rigor, and executive stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record managing large-scale contingent workforce and professional services programs , developing category strategies for significant spend portfolios, and driving operational improvements within highly regulated environments. Key Responsibilities Strategic Category Management Develop and execute category strategies supporting IT services and professional services spend portfolios exceeding $100M annually . Align sourcing strategies with enterprise business forecasts, workforce planning initiatives, and organizational objectives. Conduct market assessments, spend analytics, and supplier benchmarking to identify cost optimization opportunities and mitigate risk. Build multi-year sourcing roadmaps that support evolving business priorities. MSP & Professional Services Management Serve as the procurement lead for strategic Managed Service Provider (MSP) relationships supporting enterprise contingent workforce programs. Partner with MSP providers to optimize service delivery, improve program effectiveness, and ensure compliance with established standards. Drive governance activities including business reviews, supplier scorecards, and performance improvement initiatives. Oversee vendor transitions and change management efforts with minimal disruption to business operations. Strategic Sourcing & Negotiations Lead complex sourcing initiatives and high-value negotiations involving: Professional Services Staff Augmentation Managed Services Consulting Services IT Labor Categories Develop negotiation strategies focused on total value creation, risk mitigation, and long-term supplier partnerships. Negotiate contracts, Statements of Work (SOWs), pricing structures, and commercial terms to maximize business outcomes. Deliver measurable savings and operational efficiencies through strategic sourcing initiatives. Stakeholder Management Influence senior business leaders through data-driven recommendations and proactive workforce planning discussions. Collaborate closely with Procurement, HR, IT, Finance, and Legal stakeholders to align sourcing decisions with enterprise objectives. Act as a trusted advisor on market trends, supplier capabilities, and category best practices. Supplier Performance & Governance Establish and maintain supplier scorecards to monitor service quality, responsiveness, compliance, and overall performance. Drive continuous improvement initiatives with strategic suppliers and MSP partners. Ensure supplier adherence to contractual obligations and enterprise standards. Identify and mitigate supplier-related risks within highly regulated operating environments. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Information Technology, or a related discipline. 6+ years of experience in category management, strategic sourcing, or procurement leadership roles. Extensive experience managing Professional Services and IT Services categories within large enterprise organizations. Hands-on experience overseeing MSP programs supporting enterprise contingent workforce solutions. Demonstrated success managing large spend portfolios Proven ability to lead high-value negotiations resulting in measurable savings and operational improvements. Strong analytical skills, including experience with spend analysis, cost modeling, and business case development. Exceptional executive presence with the ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels. Preferred Qualifications Experience within highly regulated industries , including utilities, telecommunications, healthcare, or financial services. Background supporting enterprise vendor transitions and large-scale workforce initiatives. Experience implementing or optimizing supplier governance programs and performance scorecards. Professional certifications such as CPSM, PMP, or equivalent procurement credentials. Preferred Systems Experience Experience with one or more of the following platforms is highly desirable: SAP Fieldglass (Expert-level proficiency preferred) Beeline (Advanced proficiency) Workday Vendor Management Systems (VMS) Procurement and spend analytics tools
