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Delivery Manager - I Rootstaff Corp I Opusing LLC I Staffing & Recruiting I Client Engagement I People Management

Title :- Category Manager – SOW Review and Negotiation

Location: San Rafael, CA (Hybrid)

Duration 12+Months

Jobs :-

This role is critical to ensuring that SOW terms align with Legal's annotated clause guidance and sourcing policies. The successful candidate will serve as a key point of contact for stakeholders and suppliers, managing approximately 2,400 SOWs annually.

The Category Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams to negotiate terms, drive compliance, and deliver value to the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

SOW Review and Negotiation:

• Review and negotiate SOWs in accordance with Legal's annotated clause guidance.
• Ensure compliance with sourcing policies, including competitive bidding and preferred supplier utilization.
• Identify and mitigate risks within contract terms and conditions.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand project scopes and requirements.
• Provide consultation on SOW structuring to align with organizational objectives.
• Act as the primary liaison with suppliers during SOW negotiations.
• Resolve disputes and align on favorable terms.

Process Management and Reporting:

• Manage a streamlined review process to handle high volumes efficiently.
• Maintain detailed records of negotiations and final agreements.
• Track metrics related to SOW turnaround times and compliance, contributing to KPI dashboards.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of procurement systems (e.g., Coupa, Ariba, Icertis) and contract management processes.
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to influence diverse stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset and proficiency in interpreting and applying legal and sourcing guidelines.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to manage high volumes of contracts.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and compliance.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, contract negotiation, or a related domain.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Analyst, Purchasing, and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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