Senior Category IT Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 12, 2026.
About This Role
Our client, a global medical device and pharmaceutical company, is seeking an experienced IT Category Manager / Sourcing Manager to support its Procurement team on a 6-month contract. You will lead the sourcing and negotiation of SaaS and enterprise software agreements, partnering with IT and business stakeholders to deliver cost savings, reduce risk, and secure favorable commercial terms.
What You Will Work On
- Lead the end-to-end source-to-contract process for SaaS and enterprise software, including strategy, supplier selection, RFPs, negotiation, and contracting
- Negotiate pricing, licensing and subscription models, renewals, service levels, termination rights, and other key commercial terms
- Manage supplier relationships and performance after contract signature, including renewals and true-ups
- Partner with IT, Legal, Finance, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and align sourcing strategies to business priorities
- Apply total cost of ownership analysis to compare supplier proposals and identify savings
- Ensure compliance with global procurement policies, legal requirements, and financial controls
- Track and report savings, risks, and project status
What You Will Bring
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management experience, with a focus on technology
- Proven experience negotiating and managing enterprise software and SaaS agreements
- Strong knowledge of software licensing, subscription pricing, and vendor commercial models
- Strong analytical and financial skills, including cost modeling and savings tracking
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Fluent written and spoken English
What You Can Expect
- An inspirational place for you to do your best work, be engaged in meaningful ways, and continually develop the skills, competencies and qualities that set our team apart.
- Compensation commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and other factors including geographic location, market and operational factors.
- Total Rewards include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Professional Development Program, Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required).
What We Do
At RGP, we're creating a future where businesses produce their best work without constraints. We've built a global network of over 2,600 experts across four regions, providing a comprehensive suite of solutions across on-demand talent, next-generation consulting, and outsourced services to support organizations at every stage of their growth journey. Trusted by Fortune 100 companies and emerging disruptors alike, we challenge conventional ways of working, drive growth, and pave the way for long-term success through bold innovation and fearless collaboration.
Our values guide everything we do and strengthen our commitment to people. By combining smart processes, human-centered design, and advanced technology, we celebrate our team's excellence and ensure we grow together. We believe in the power of continuous learning and development to drive both individual and organizational success. It’s time to rethink how work gets done. Dare to Work Differently® with RGP.
RGP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected trait and encourage all applicants to apply.