Category Management Advisor- Professional Services

Cigna

Multiple Locations
Negotiate master service agreements
Negotiate statements of work
Supplier performance measurement
The Category Management Advisor is responsible for procuring consulting and professional services for the Information Technology organization

Job Summary

  • The Category Management Advisor is responsible for procuring consulting and professional services for the Information Technology organization.
  • Key responsibilities include drafting, redlining, and negotiating master service agreements and statements of work with robust information protection provisions.
  • Success requires expertise in navigating dynamic requirements aligned with strategic business and IT goals, adept at engaging suppliers and influencing stakeholders.

Matching Summary

The Category Management Advisor is responsible for procuring consulting and professional services for the Information Technology organization.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Negotiate master service agreements
  • Negotiate statements of work
  • Supplier performance measurement
  • Analyze business requirements
  • Develop sourcing strategies
  • Evaluate supplier market rates

Nice-to-have

  • Influence cross-functional teams
  • Articulate solutions to executives
  • Total cost analyses for ROI
  • Commitment to enterprise vision

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
  • Proficiency with SAP Ariba
  • Experience with Oracle financial systems
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Advanced analytical skills
  • Proven ability to solve complex problems

Work Rights

Not specified

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