Category Manager - SOW Review and Negotiation

Company: Innova
Location: San Rafael
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Innova Solutions has a client that is immediately hiring for a Category Manager - SOW Review and Negotiation

Maximise your chances of a successful application to this job by ensuring your CV and skills are a good match.
Position type: Full time Contract
Duration: 15 months

Location: San Rafael, CA (Hybrid)

As a(n) Category Manager - SOW Review and Negotiation you will:

Duties:
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Category Manager to oversee the review and negotiation of Statements of Work (SOWs) under (USD)100K. This role is critical to ensuring that SOW terms align with Legal's annotated clause guidance and Client's sourcing policies.
The successful candidate will serve as a key point of contact for stakeholders and suppliers, managing approximately 2,400 SOWs annually. The Category Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams to negotiate terms, drive compliance, and deliver value to the organization.

Key Responsibilities:
SOW Review and Negotiation:
Review and negotiate SOWs in accordance with Legal's annotated clause guidance.
Ensure compliance with Client's sourcing policies, including competitive bidding and preferred supplier utilization.
Identify and mitigate risks within contract terms and conditions.

Stakeholder Collaboration:
Partner with internal stakeholders to understand project scopes and requirements.
Provide consultation on SOW structuring to align with organizational objectives.

Supplier Engagement:
Act as the primary liaison with suppliers during SOW negotiations.
Resolve disputes and align on favorable terms.
Process Management and Reporting:
Manage a streamlined review process to handle high volumes efficiently.
Maintain detailed records of negotiations and final agreements.
Track metrics related to SOW turnaround times and compliance, contributing to KPI dashboards.

Skills:
Strong knowledge of procurement systems (e.g., Coupa, Ariba, Icertis) and contract management processes.
Exceptional negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to influence diverse stakeholders.
Analytical mindset and proficiency in interpreting and applying legal and sourcing guidelines.
Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to manage high volumes of contracts.
Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and compliance.

Education:
Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
8+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, contract negotiation, or a related domain.

Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.
We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully place with our clients, subject to program guidelines. ASK ME HOW.
Thank you!

Namrata Gautam
PHONE: (+1) 314-523-1818
EMAIL: Namrata.Gautam@innovasolutions.com

PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range*: $50- $55 per hour
*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.

Recent Recognitions: Named One of America's Best Employers for New Grads by Forbes (2024
Named One of the Best Companies to Work For by U.S. News & World Report (Private Companies List, 2024-2025)
One of the Largest IT Staffing Firms in the US - Ranked #3 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024)
One of the Largest Staffing Firms in the US - Ranked #13 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024; includes Innova Solutions, Volt, & HireGenics)
Named One of the Top Ten Private Companies in Atlanta by the Atlanta Business Chronicle (2023)
One of the Largest Certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) in the United States (NMSDC, 2024)
AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner with 100+ certifications


Website: https://www.innovasolutions.com/

Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at hr@innovasolutions.com or (770) 493-5588. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. Innova Solutions (HireGenics/Volt) does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. - 1324b.
The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

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