Executive Director, Category Management

Cornell University

Ithaca, New York, United States
Base: $121,763.00 - $148,821.00; bonus/equity: not...
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10+ years category management experience
Build enterprise category management capability
Manage indirect and direct mission-critical spend
** Cornell University is seeking a remote Executive Director of Category Management to lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive category management strategy across its various campuses. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in category management within complex organizations, with a strong focus on stakeholder engagement and supplier relationship management. **

Job Summary

  • The Executive Director will design and operationalize a contemporary category management model delivering measurable enterprise value across Cornell's distributed campuses.
  • This role requires leading end-to-end category management from strategy development to talent building and supplier relationship management within a matrixed organization.
  • Cornell offers a comprehensive benefits package including three weeks of vacation, 14 paid holidays, superior retirement contributions, and educational benefits.

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** Cornell University is seeking a remote Executive Director of Category Management to lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive category management strategy across its various campuses. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in category management within complex organizations, with a strong focus on stakeholder engagement and supplier relationship management. **

Salary

Base: $121,763.00 - $148,821.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive package with 3 weeks vacation, 14 holidays, retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years category management experience
  • Build enterprise category management capability
  • Manage indirect and direct mission-critical spend
  • Lead complex cross-functional initiatives
  • Drive cost savings and spend under management

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in higher education or healthcare sectors
  • AI-enabled sourcing and contracting tools expertise
  • Commitment to diversity equity and inclusion
  • Active participation in procurement associations
  • Product owner experience for sourcing platforms

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
  • Minimum 10 years of demonstrated category management leadership
  • No visa sponsorship available for this position

Work Rights

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