Global Senior Category Manager - Travel

Zebra Technologies Corporation

Lincolnshire, IL, USA
Base: $156,960.00 - $235,440.00 annual; bonus: tar...
Hybrid - minimum of 3 days in the office per week
12+ years sourcing procurement experience
Global travel category management expertise
Manage 8+ complex regional to global projects
Zebra Technologies is seeking a Global Senior Category Manager for Travel to manage complex sourcing projects and contribute to the procurement team's strategic goals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in category management within the travel sector and demonstrate strong leadership abilities, particularly in negotiations and stakeholder engagement

Job Summary

  • This role requires a recognized expert to lead highly complex regional to global multi-project management initiatives supporting strategic business goals.
  • The position involves managing the full end-to-end travel operations including supplier negotiations, policy exceptions, and program audits for Zebra Technologies.
  • Candidates will work in a hybrid environment requiring a minimum of 3 days onsite in Lincolnshire, IL while collaborating with executive leadership.

Matching Summary

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Zebra Technologies is seeking a Global Senior Category Manager for Travel to manage complex sourcing projects and contribute to the procurement team's strategic goals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in category management within the travel sector and demonstrate strong leadership abilities, particularly in negotiations and stakeholder engagement.

Salary

Base: $156,960.00 - $235,440.00 Annual; Bonus: Target 20% of base pay; Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare, wellness, parental leave, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 12+ years sourcing procurement experience
  • Global travel category management expertise
  • Manage 8+ complex regional to global projects
  • Strategic sourcing and contract negotiation skills
  • Total cost of ownership evaluation proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Navan platform preferred
  • Strong stakeholder influence and communication
  • Digital acumen and AI application skills
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Cross-functional team leadership ability

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 12+ years of Sourcing/Procurement experience
  • Category Management in Travel experience
  • Master's degree preferred

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