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Aston Carter

Category Manager Information Technology

Minneapolis, MN, United States

$72,900 to $109,400 USD / year

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Pay: $72,900 to $109,400 USD / year
Experience: Minimum of 4 years of procurement, sourcing, category management, or IT procurement experience
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 19, 2026

Original job description

IT Category Specialist

Location: Minneapolis, MN (Hybrid)

Schedule: Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote after onboarding)

Employment Type: Direct Placement

Pay: $72,900 - $109,400

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced procurement or sourcing professional looking to make an impact with a growing organization? We are seeking an IT Category Specialist II to support strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier management efforts within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, analyzing market trends, and partnering with internal stakeholders to drive sourcing strategies that deliver value. You'll play a key role in supporting business growth by optimizing costs, improving supplier performance, and enhancing overall supply chain efficiency.

What You'll Be Doing

As an IT Category Specialist II, you'll help develop and execute sourcing strategies that improve cost efficiency, supplier performance, and overall procurement effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

Support the development and execution of category sourcing strategies for assigned IT-related spend categories
Partner with internal stakeholders across engineering, operations, and business teams to understand procurement needs and business requirements
Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors
Assist with supplier performance reviews, monitoring quality, delivery, and service levels
Support contract negotiations and strategic sourcing initiatives to achieve cost savings and operational efficiencies
Develop supplier profiles, negotiate commercial terms, and evaluate Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Help establish pricing strategies for project proposals and support financial reviews and forecasting activities
Monitor market trends, supplier capacity, pricing fluctuations, and industry developments that may impact sourcing decisions
Track commodity and market-driven cost changes while helping identify mitigation and recovery strategies
Provide reporting, analysis, and recommendations to leadership and project teams
Lead by example through collaboration, mentorship, and strong business partnership

What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, or a related field
Equivalent combinations of education, technical training, and experience will also be considered
Minimum of 4 years of procurement, sourcing, category management, or IT procurement experience
Experience managing vendor and supplier relationships
Strong negotiation and strategic sourcing skills
Experience developing sourcing strategies and supporting contract negotiations
Excellent organizational, planning, and project management abilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to influence stakeholders and drive results across cross-functional teams
Valid driver's license

Preferred Experience

IT procurement or IT category management experience
Knowledge of purchasing processes, procurement best practices, and supplier management
Experience with market analysis, cost reduction initiatives, and spend management
Exposure to construction, manufacturing, engineering, or project-based environments

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Collaborative and team-oriented culture
Strong opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
Exposure to large-scale, innovative projects across multiple industries
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on sourcing and procurement strategies
Stable organization experiencing continued growth
Flexible hybrid work environment

Please email me if you are interested in the opportunity: destcox @astoncarter.com

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $72900.00 - $109400.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

A few benefits offered include: (for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week) Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage Dental plan 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources Tuition reimbursement Adoption Assistance Gym Membership Discount Program

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Minneapolis,MN.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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Skills

Computer technology
Procurement
Vendor management
Supply chain management
Pricing strategies
Forecasting
Reporting
Collaboration
Construction management
Negotiation
Project management
Communication skills
Valid driver's licence
Market analysis

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