This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Team Lead, Global Enterprise Outsourcing Services Category Manager in the United States.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and scale a global, high-impact outsourcing and services organization within a cutting-edge technology environment. The Team Lead will define the strategic vision for external workforce architecture, partner with executive stakeholders, and manage a diverse portfolio across technical, operational, and corporate functions. You will build high-performing teams of Category Managers, establish strategic supplier alliances, and drive innovative, outcome-focused commercial agreements. This position combines executive-level influence, complex deal structuring, and operational leadership to ensure scalability, resilience, and cost efficiency across a global services ecosystem. The role is ideal for a strategic thinker with a strong track record in procurement, supply chain, and global outsourcing who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth setting.
Accountabilities:- Lead, mentor, and scale a team of high-performing Category Managers, providing strategic direction and operational oversight across Engineering, Operations, and Corporate functions
- Define and execute enterprise outsourcing strategies, partnering with executives to design global workforce architectures for critical functions such as Mapping, Labeling, Hardware Engineering, and Corporate services
- Cultivate strategic supplier relationships with top-tier BPO and Engineering Services providers, unlocking preferential access to talent and fostering innovation
- Oversee the $100M+ services portfolio, transitioning from transactional vendor usage to strategic capability building and long-term partnerships
- Architect complex commercial agreements, including outcome-based contracts and bespoke service arrangements, balancing risk and reward with strategic partners
- Establish governance frameworks for third-party risk management, ensuring IP protection, data security, and global compliance across suppliers
- Drive continuous improvement and category transformation initiatives to support scalability, operational excellence, and cost optimization
Requirements:
- 12+ years of strategic procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience, with at least 5 years leading high-performance teams in complex, fast-paced environments
- Demonstrated executive presence with experience influencing Director-level and above stakeholders to drive organizational change
- Deep expertise in global BPO, Engineering Services, or technical outsourcing, including large-scale managed service implementations, captive center setups, and complex "Lift and Shift" transitions
- Proven ability to manage diverse portfolios spanning highly technical and highly subjective categories
- Master-level knowledge of complex contracts and Master Services Agreements (MSAs), including IP ownership, liability caps, and labor compliance across global markets
- Strategic vision with the ability to design and evolve supplier networks to support 3-5 year business growth objectives
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills with the ability to balance long-term strategy and immediate operational needs
Preferred Qualifications:
- MBA or advanced degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, or related fields
- Experience in Autonomous Vehicles, Automotive, or Big Tech sectors, partnering with suppliers on complex workflows and “Human-in-the-Loop” AI operations
- Experience managing Category Managers or global teams across multiple time zones
Benefits:
- Competitive base salary: $190,000 — $241,000 USD, adjusted for location, experience, and skills
- Eligibility for discretionary annual bonus and equity incentive plans
- Comprehensive company benefits program, including healthcare coverage and retirement plans
- Opportunities for professional development, leadership growth, and cross-functional exposure
- Flexible work arrangements depending on location eligibility
Why Apply Through Jobgether?
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
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