The Rock Family of Companies is made up of nearly 100 separate businesses spanning fintech, sports, entertainment, real estate, startups and more. We’re united by our culture – a drive to find a better way that fuels our commitment to our clients, our community and our team members. We believe in and build inclusive workplaces, where every voice is heard and diverse perspectives are welcomed. Working for a company in the Family is about more than just a job – it’s about having the opportunity to become the best version of yourself.

As a Procurement Category Manager, you'll research, evaluate, monitor and strategize procurement operations. You will ensure technology hardware and software are delivered efficiently, meeting or exceeding agreed parameters, while also working to optimize costs and services delivered.

About the Role

• Communicate and embody the culture and mission of the company

• Lead procurement activities for the acquisition of technology and software/services

• Negotiate with suppliers to secure advantageous pricing, terms and maintain strong relationships

• Maintain effective communication with leadership regarding developments within areas of assigned responsibilities and perform special projects as required or requested

• Drive sourcing strategy (RFI/Q/P, reverse auction, or other sourcing techniques) and ensure alignment with business partner on strategy

• Conduct market research and partner with innovative technology suppliers

• Develop and execute holistic procurement strategy for leading category/business area

• Responsible for negotiating commercial terms, including scope and service level agreements, and collaborating with Legal and Vendor Risk Management to leverage their expertise during vendor contract negotiations

• Ensure contracts are renewed timely

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field

• Indirect Procurement Experience

• Experience with negotiating Technology Procurement Agreements

• 3 years of management and administration experience

Benefits and Perks

Our team members fuel our strategy, innovation and growth, so we ensure the health and well-being of not just you, but your family, too! We go above and beyond to give you the support you need on an individual level and offer all sorts of ways to help you live your best life. We are proud to offer eligible team members perks and health benefits that will help you have peace of mind. Simply put: We’ve got your back. Check out our full list of Benefits and Perks (https://www.myrocketcareer.com/working-here/benefits/) .

About Us

RKT Holdings is a centralized hub that delivers thoughtful and innovative solutions for Rocket Companies® . We’re a Detroit-based company made up of businesses that provide simple, fast and trusted digital solutions for complex transactions. The name comes from our flagship business, now known as Rocket Mortgage®, which was founded in 1985. Today, we’re a publicly traded company involved in many different industries, including mortgages, fintech, real estate and more. We’re insistently different in how we look at the world and are committed to an inclusive workplace where every voice is heard.

Apply today to join a team that offers career growth, amazing benefits and the chance to work with leading industry professionals.

This is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position. As with everything in life, things change. The tasks and responsibilities can be changed, added to, removed, amended, deleted and modified at any time by the leadership group. We are proud equal opportunity employers and committed to providing an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all candidates and team members.

Employment decisions, including hiring decisions, are not based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We offer opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with state and federal law. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search, application for employment, or interview, please visit our FAQ page at www.myrocketcareer.com/how-we-hire/faqs/ for details on how to contact our team.

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in any hiring or employment practices. The Company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with state and federal law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in completing the application and/or participating in the employment application process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Team, The Pulse, at Careers@myrocketcareer.com.