Base: $123,800 - $185,600 usd (salt lake city); ba...
Fully remote
8+ years category management experience
Deep software/saas landscape knowledge
Software lifecycle management (slm) expertise
This role is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive global category strategies that align with business goals to drive value delivery within the software category
Job Summary
This role is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive global category strategies that align with business goals to drive value delivery within the software category.
The successful candidate will establish and nurture strong relationships with top strategic suppliers to ensure alignment with Workday's business requirements and foster mutual success.
Workday offers a flexible work approach combining in-person and remote time, requiring at least half of the time each quarter to be spent in the office or field.
Matching Summary
This role is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive global category strategies that align with business goals to drive value delivery within the software category.
Salary
Base: $123,800 - $185,600 USD (Salt Lake City); Base: $117,600 - $208,800 USD (Other US locations); Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and annual refresh stock grants
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
8+ years category management experience
Deep Software/SaaS landscape knowledge
Software Lifecycle Management (SLM) expertise
Enterprise-level cost savings negotiation
Supplier Business Reviews and Joint Business Planning
Advanced financial modeling and data analysis
Nice-to-have
Curious minds and courageous collaborators
Sun-drenched optimism and drive
Experience with large-scale program ideation
Strong cross-functional stakeholder engagement
Passion for forging close working relationships
Key Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance or related degree
8+ years of experience in category management or procurement
Proven track record of managing large-scale programs from ideation to execution
Proficient understanding of contracts and complex high-value agreement negotiation