Lead Category Management Consultant – IT

Job Description
We are seeking a highly strategic and experienced Lead Category Management Consultant to support the IT portfolio within a utility company environment. This role will be responsible for developing and executing category strategies, optimizing supplier relationships, and driving value across complex technology spend areas—including software and emerging AI solutions. This individual will also play a leadership role in mentoring and upskilling team members.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and execute category strategies across the IT portfolio, aligning with business objectives and long-term technology roadmaps
Assess current-state procurement and contracting practices (“as-is”) and design actionable strategies to transition to a more optimized, future-state (“to-be”) operating model
Lead strategic initiatives to evaluate and shift appropriate technology investments from operating expenses (OpEx) to capital expenditures (CapEx), ensuring alignment with financ...