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General information

Country
USA
State
Ohio
City
Cincinnati

Descriptions & requirements

About the role: 


As an IT Category Manager, you will play a pivotal role in partnering with internal department leaders to manage the external IT spend processes to develop strategic sourcing strategies for the aligned business units. Our Procurement team is a dynamic and elite group, seeking a professional with proven category expertise, knowledge, and experience to meet and exceed the sourcing and procurement needs of our business.

  

What’s in it for you:


  • Competitive compensation, benefits package, and company perks 
  • Advancement opportunities with aggressive and structured career paths 
  • Reimbursement for continuous education and technical training 
  • Be a part of a company with a history of investing in people and technology
  • We win wherever we go – Voted a 2019-2024 Computerworld Best Places to Work in IT

  

What you’ll be doing:


  • Strategic Procurement: Develop and implement procurement strategies for IT-related goods and services, ensuring alignment with the company's goals and objectives.
  • Vendor Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with key IT vendors, negotiate favorable terms, and ensure high performance and compliance.
  • Contract Management: Oversee the drafting, review, and negotiation of IT contracts, ensuring all agreements meet legal and company standards.
  • Spend Analysis: Monitor and analyze IT spend to identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure budget adherence.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with the CIO, IT VPs/Directors, and other stakeholders to understand IT needs and ensure procurement strategies support business objectives.
  • Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with IT procurement, including supply chain disruptions and vendor performance issues.
  • Market Research: Stay informed about market trends and emerging technologies to make informed purchasing decisions.
  • Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on IT procurement activities, spend analysis, and vendor performance to senior management.

  

What you need: 


  • Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Category Management, or a related field.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to present and engage effectively with Senior Leadership.
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Proven experience with Microsoft Excel, including advanced analysis, formulas, data capture, charts, graphs, and presentations.
  • Excellent mathematical and analytical abilities.
About Us

Total Quality Logistics (TQL) is one of the largest freight brokerage firms in the nation. TQL connects customers with truckload freight that needs to be moved with quality carriers who have the capacity to move it. 

As a company that operates 24/7/365, TQL manages work-life balance with sales support teams that assist with accounting, and after hours calls and specific needs. At TQL, the opportunities are endless which means that there is room for career advancement and the ability to write your own paycheck. 

What’s your worth? Our open and transparent communication from management creates a successful work environment and custom career path for our employees. TQL is an industry-leader in the logistics industry with unlimited potential. Be a part of something big.
Total Quality Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at recruiting@tql.com