Senior Category Manager

📋 Description

• Own end-to-end sourcing for SaaS, data tooling, and AI across BizTech and Security.
• Develop and execute category strategies for competitive advantage.
• Lead contract redlining and negotiations with Legal counsel.
• Manage supplier relationships and oversee negotiation and contracting.
• Anticipate opportunities, align with stakeholders, balance speed and risk.
• Champion Samsara's Operating Principles.

🎯 Requirements

• 6+ years strategic sourcing experience, incl. 4+ years software.
• Demonstrated career progression and increasing scope.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills with influential ability.
• Proven ability to forge relationships with executives, stakeholders, and suppliers.
• Experience redlining contracts in partnership with Legal.
• Comfortable operating autonomously in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

🎁 Benefits

• Flexible remote-friendly model; offices open for in-person work.
• Professional development stipend.
• Comprehensive health and parental leave plans.
• Equity opportunities and above-market total rewards.
• Inclusive culture with accommodations during recruiting.