Technology Services Category Manager

HP Inc. · Tlaquepaque, Jalisco The Technology Outsourced Services (TOS) category manager leads a complex supply chain sub-category, developing and executing sourcing strategies aligned with the organization's strategic goals. Responsibilities: Leads a complex individual supply chain sub-category and assumes responsibility for the development and execution of sourcing strategies that contribute to the achievement of strategic vision and goals. Conducts complex data and industry analysis, including costs analysis, competitive analysis, etc., and reports results to senior management to aid in data-driven decision making. Liaises with senior stakeholders to understand business priorities and translate them into supply chain strategies, and influences the industry and marketplace within moderately complex marketplace categories. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to analyze existing business processes and develop and utilize supply chain, business, and financial modeling tools. Drives supply base optimization by leading complex supplier selection activities and negotiating acceptable contracting outcomes using known solutions. Holds responsibility for day-to-day operations of large, moderately-complex suppliers, and partners with them in minor strategic development. Collaborates with senior management to ensure that the company's procurement policies are followed and that compliance metrics are met or exceeded. Identifies challenging contract risk areas using cause and effect thinking, advises senior level business leaders on all contract risk areas, and provides inputs on risk mitigation, business continuity, cost management and operations strategies. Education & Experience Recommended: Four-year or Graduate Degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence. Typically has 7-10 years of work experience, preferably in procurement, supply chain, or a related field. Knowledge & Skills: Strong knowledge of indirect categories such as labor-based outsourced IT services Expert-level negotiation and business strategy capabilities Proven ability to influence and consult with executives and senior stakeholders Ability to provide innovative solutions to complex issues Deep knowledge of supply chain, financial modeling, and business strategy tools Exceptional communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills Experience managing complex supplier ecosystems and delivering transformational outcomes AI Fluency