Senior Category Manager- PDS/ Programs & Projects

For our client, we are seeking a Senior Category Manager- PDS/ Programs & Projects to join the team of a leader in the Real Estate & Construction space. This role will lead operational priorities where safety, quality, compliance, and execution discipline are central to success. You will collaborate with field leadership, support functions, and cross-functional stakeholders to improve accountability, service delivery, and operational consistency. The position offers the opportunity to influence operational scale, customer outcomes, and organizational performance within a Real Estate & Construction environment.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $119,000 – $140,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies for PDS and P&P aligned with Procurement priorities and business objectives
• Partner with Procurement and service line leadership to translate category strategies into actionable plans
• Identify opportunities to standardize approaches and improve category adoption to enhance Procurement's value
• Lead strategic sourcing activities and competitive processes for cost-effective, high-quality solutions
• Negotiate commercial terms and contractual arrangements balancing client needs and business objectives
• Manage preferred supplier relationships and utilization strategies to bolster program coverage
• Leverage spend analytics and benchmarking to identify opportunities and measure category performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred
• 10+ years of construction and project development services experience, including 3+ years in procurement category management
• Deep expertise in construction and capital projects sourcing, pricing models, and labor/material benchmarking
• Knowledge of supplier risk management practices
• Ability to train, mentor, and support internal stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, able to resolve issues related to capital programs and construction projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
• Retirement savings plans
• Life and disability insurance programs
• Paid and unpaid time away from work

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.