TDS Telecommunications LLC

Category Manager I

TDS Telecommunications LLC

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Remote • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $73,800 - $120,000 per year

Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

Tech Stack

ERPPMP

About the role

  • Lead cross-functional sourcing teams; prepare and develop requests (RF – X) and scoring models; perform vendor analysis; develop service level agreements (SLA); and manage associated sourcing projects.
  • Demonstrate understanding and ability to redline basic contractual terms such as Payment Terms, Purchase Orders, etc.
  • Obtain and maintain thorough knowledge of products & services within category area(s) of focus, supplier's processes and industry trends and practices.
  • Perform moderate analysis of category, spend, financial and industry data to identify sourcing, as well as cost- savings and reduction opportunities through collaboration with clients and stakeholders to meet or exceed cost saving targets.
  • Negotiate mutually beneficial purchasing agreements.
  • Build and maintain relationships with internal clients and key stakeholders, such as Operations, Legal, Accounting and Finance by identifying and addressing purchasing/contracting needs.
  • Present sourcing opportunities to build internal support among clients and stakeholders.
  • Create value-added business process efficiencies, reduce costs, and mitigate risk throughout the supply chain sourcing lifecycle.

Requirements

  • Bachelors degree (or higher) -OR- 4+ years of professional work experience.
  • 4+ years of sourcing or procurement experience.
  • CPSM, PMP or Six Sigma certification a plus.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of supply chain, category management, strategic sourcing, negotiations and contracting concepts.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects and achieve project goals; identify opportunities through data and financial analysis, risk assessment and process review;
  • Knowledge of, and experience with, ERP (particularly SAP), Contract Management and E-Sourcing Systems; familiarity with e-procurement technologies.
  • Knowledge of the telecommunications or wireless industry is beneficial.
  • Proficient in Windows and MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
  • Interpersonal and customer service skills.
Benefits
  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Generous Vacation & Paid Sick Leave
  • Seven Paid National Holidays & One Floating Holiday
  • Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment)
  • Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
  • Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • TDS Service Discounts
  • Education Assistance
  • Paid Volunteer Time

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
sourcingprocurementcategory managementstrategic sourcingnegotiationscontractingdata analysisfinancial analysisrisk assessmentprocess review
Soft skills
leadershipproject managementinterpersonal skillscustomer servicerelationship buildingcommunication
Certifications
CPSMPMPSix Sigma