Category Manager - IT Software at Pacific Life

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Insurance, Financial Services, ProcurementIndustries

Requirements

5-7 years of hands-on Strategic Sourcing experience
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent relevant experience
Proven expertise in Category Management for software, cloud, SaaS/PaaS, AI, VAR management and related technologies
Experience with ERP, GRC and Procurement systems (e.g., Coupa, Archer, PeopleSoft)
Advanced proficiency in Excel; strong skills in PowerPoint and Word
Strong mathematical and analytical skills with attention to detail
Ability to work independently and solve complex problems in a fast-paced environment
Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communications skills
Demonstrated success in stakeholder management and vendor negotiations
Experience in risk management, compliance, and global strategic sourcing
What makes you stand out
Procurement certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS)
MBA or advanced degrees
Experience in emerging technologies such as RPA, AI, and blockchain
Familiarity with business intelligence tools

Responsibilities

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for software, cloud, SaaS/PaaS, AI, VAR management and IT consulting with potential to support hardware, telecom, and networking categories as needed
Conduct market research, benchmarking, and analysis to inform category strategies
Lead RFx initiatives and contract negotiations to maximize value, reduce costs, and mitigate risk
Redline contracts to ensure compliance with corporate policies and favorable terms
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and senior leadership
Partner with Vendor Management to define and monitor SLAs and KPIs
Drive alignment and compliance with category strategies across the organization
Lead cross-functional teams and projects as needed
Perform advanced quantitative analysis to assess financial impacts and category performance
Interpret complex data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to optimize procurement processes
Develop models to improve cost efficiency and business outcomes
Champion the adoption of new technologies and best practices to enhance procurement effectiveness
Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement and innovation
Ensure procurement activities comply with regulatory requirements and company policies
Manage international vendors and global sourcing initiatives

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Category Management

RFx

Contract Negotiation

Market Research

Benchmarking

Spend Analysis

SaaS

PaaS

Cloud

Vendor Management

IT Consulting

Pacific Life

About Pacific Life

Newport Beach, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1868Year Founded

$189.4MTotal Funding

N/ACompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Risks

Increased competition in annuities market from companies like Prudential and MetLife.

Potential financial exposure from significant real estate investments.

Integration challenges with Selerix could affect customer satisfaction.

Differentiation

Pacific Life partners with T. Rowe Price for innovative Lifetime Income solutions.

Recognized as a top community-minded company, enhancing brand reputation and trust.

Real-time integration with Selerix improves benefits administration accuracy and efficiency.

Upsides

Lifetime Income solution attracts clients seeking secure retirement options.

Enhanced annuity products offer flexibility and growth, increasing product attractiveness.

Strong real estate financing position opens more sector opportunities.

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