IT Category Manager

Red Oak Technologies is a leading provider of comprehensive resourcing solutions across a variety of industries and sectors including IT, Marketing, Finance, Business Operations, Manufacturing and Engineering.

Our client is a computer software developer. They are looking for an IT Category Manager to join their team. This role is a CONTRACT position. Position will be ONSITE. Candidate must be able to commute onsite to San Jose, CA.

**Parking Provided**

**Onsite - 4 days a week**

**Experience with sourcing or procurement experience, with strong exposure to IT categories preferred**

Position Summary:

The IT Category Manager leads sourcing and procurement for IT hardware, software, and services, including servers, laptops, software tools, and data center support. This role partners closely with R&D engineering, IT, and business teams to deliver cost savings, reduce risk, and ensure reliable supplier performance that supports IT and business operations.

Position Duties:

• Lead sourcing and procurement for IT categories supporting engineering and enterprise needs
• Develop and execute category strategies to optimize cost, quality, service, and risk
• Partner with R&D, IT, and cross-functional stakeholders to define requirements and specifications
• Conduct supplier evaluations, competitive sourcing, and contract negotiations
• Manage supplier relationships, performance, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Drive measurable savings, cost avoidance, and value creation
• Monitor market trends and benchmark pricing to inform sourcing decisions
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and processes
• Support efficient Procure-to-pay workflows, including purchase request (PR) creation and physical delivery tracking
• Improve visibility and accuracy across procurement and goods receipt processes

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or related field
• 5+ years of sourcing or procurement experience, with strong exposure to IT categories
• Proven experience negotiating contracts and managing suppliers
• Strong business judgment and ability to balance cost, risk, and operational needs
• Experience in sourcing IT hardware, software, SaaS
• Experience supporting technical or engineering stakeholders
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with procurement systems and sourcing tools

Preferred Experience:

• Experience sourcing software, hardware, or data center services in a high-tech environment
• Familiarity with software licensing models and supplier agreements
• Track record of delivering cost savings and supplier performance improvements

What Success Looks Like:

• Seamless support for engineering and IT procurement needs
• Improved supplier performance and reduced risk
• Consistent delivery of savings and cost efficiency
• Strong stakeholder satisfaction and partnership

Red Oak Technologies is made up of people from a wide variety of backgrounds and lifestyles. We embrace diversity and invite applications from people of all walks of life. See what it’s like to be at the top; connect with one of our recruiters and apply today.

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Note: Compensation rates are based on years of experience and/or level of skills relevant to the opportunity.