Director, Technology Category Management, Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures

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Job Details

Reporting to the Vice President of Global Data & Tech Sourcing, the Director of Technology Category Management, Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures is responsible for managing a team of category/sourcing leads who develop and execute technology category strategies (software, hardware, cloud/SaaS, telecommunications, and data services) and facilitate contract relationships with third-party technology suppliers in support of business priorities. This role owns technology category strategy development and serves as the senior procurement leader for all Mergers, Acquisitions, and Divestitures (MA&D) activities affecting the technology portfolio, including due diligence, synergy identification, and post-transaction integration or separation. This role is also responsible for leading others.
Responsibilities

• Leads the sourcing team in developing and executing technology category strategies across software, hardware, cloud/SaaS, telecommunications, and data services, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and cost savings

• Owns overall direction for Mergers, Acquisitions, and Divestitures (MA&D) category management activities, serving as the primary procurement lead for technology-related due diligence, synergy identification, contract migration, and post-close integration or separation

• Fosters deep stakeholder relationships across IT, Legal, Finance, Corporate Development, and senior leadership, providing regular updates on technology category performance, M&A/divestiture initiatives, and strategic priorities

• Provides oversight of technology spend categories (software, cloud infrastructure, hardware, telecom, and data/analytics platforms) to sourcing team members, ensuring effective management and alignment with organizational objectives

• Provides guidance on the negotiation of complex technology contracts, including software licensing, SaaS/cloud agreements, master service agreements, and associate-related programs

• Directs due diligence, synergy identification, and post-acquisition/divestiture integration of technology vendor contracts, including transition service agreements (TSAs), carve-out planning, and vendor separation activities

• Guides the comprehensive analysis of technology category performance metrics, leveraging data-driven insights to identify strategic opportunities and drive continuous improvement

• Develops the annual technology category plan and budget, incorporating the active M&A/divestiture pipeline and aligning with organizational goals and priorities

• Conducts meetings with managed team regularly to discuss progress, address challenges, and foster collaboration across category management and M&A/divestiture functions

• Evaluates the performance of staff periodically, providing constructive feedback and support for professional development

• Maintains a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of technology market trends, emerging technologies (e.g., cloud, AI/ML platforms, cybersecurity tools), and vendor capabilities to inform strategic decision-making

• Engages with internal stakeholders regularly to provide updates on technology category performance, M&A/divestiture initiatives, and solicit feedback for improvement

• Reviews and updates technology category management policies and procedures, including the M&A/divestiture playbook, to ensure alignment with industry best practices and organizational requirements

• Identifies opportunities for cost savings and process improvement, driving efficiency and effectiveness in technology procurement operations

Education and Work Experience

• Requires relatable professional experience in technology categories (software, cloud/SaaS, hardware, telecom, and data services) within a matrixed environment, including exposure to Mergers, Acquisitions, and Divestitures transactions.

• Educational requirements include a minimum of a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, information technology, or finance.

• A minimum of seven (7) years' experience, with three (3) of those including supervisory experience.

• Preferably ten (10) years working within Technology/Indirect Procurement, with prior involvement in M&A or divestiture-related sourcing activities strongly preferred.

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong understanding of technology procurement metrics, trends, and sourcing methodologies (software, cloud/SaaS, hardware, telecom, and data services)

• Demonstrated experience supporting Mergers, Acquisitions, and Divestitures, including due diligence, synergy identification, contract migration, and post-close integration or separation of technology vendor relationships

• Strong ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to communicate with vendor partners, internal customers, associates, and senior management

• Outstanding collaboration skills with a demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional input on key decisions and influence stakeholders to make decisions that maximize organization versus departmental benefits

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of business principles, processes, and technology, including software licensing models, cloud/SaaS agreements, and IT service contracts

• Strong analytical skills

• Outstanding critical thinking skills to evaluate business problems and apply knowledge to identify appropriate solutions and prioritization

• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills

• Knowledge of computers to operate effectively with PowerPoint presentations, Excel spreadsheets, and Microsoft Outlook

• Exceptional project…