Category Strategist

Alliance Data / Bread Financial

Base: $69,900 - $126,600 (varies by state); bonus/...
Hybrid (3 to 4 days in-office per month required if within 60 miles of a posted bread financial location)
Spend data analysis and market trends
Expert level excel pivot tables and macros
Contract management sow and sla development
Alliance Data/Bread Financial seeks a Category Strategist who will develop and implement category strategies to optimize overall spending across various categories, such as IT, HR, and Facilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in budget management, analytics, and procurement, with a strong focus on collaboration and continuous improvement

Job Summary

  • The Category Strategist develops and implements multi-year strategies to maximize value from overall spend across categories like IT, Facilities, and HR.
  • This role requires expert proficiency in Excel, OBIEE, and Tableau to analyze spend data and drive savings initiatives.
  • Bread Financial offers competitive pay ranging from $69,900 to over $158,300 depending on location, along with comprehensive benefits including paid parental leave and 401(k) matching.

Matching Summary

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Alliance Data/Bread Financial seeks a Category Strategist who will develop and implement category strategies to optimize overall spending across various categories, such as IT, HR, and Facilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in budget management, analytics, and procurement, with a strong focus on collaboration and continuous improvement.

Salary

Base: $69,900 - $126,600 (varies by state); Bonus/Equity: Annual incentive bonus based on performance; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), 6 weeks paid parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Spend data analysis and market trends
  • Expert level Excel pivot tables and Macros
  • Contract management SOW and SLA development
  • Budget cycles and lowest cost of ownership
  • Analytics tools OBIEE and Tableau

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborates with internal stakeholders
  • Influences higher management decisions
  • Drives operational efficiency initiatives
  • Shares best practices across teams
  • Fosters long-term supplier partnerships

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • 2+ years experience in budget cycles and analytics
  • Experience in banking, insurance or regulatory environment preferred
  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Business Administration preferred

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

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