Category Manager (Technology)

Responsible for the strategic sourcing, contracting, and supplier management of enterprise software, SaaS, digital solutions, and technology services. Partners with business leaders and technology teams to evaluate, negotiate, and manage technology investments while driving commercial value, mitigating risk, supporting operational and customer-facing technology initiatives, and ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, regulatory, and financial objectives.

• Experience working with technology and professional service suppliers.
• Experience partnering with business and technology leaders to anticipate demand, develop sourcing strategies and manage technology investments.
• Experience with supplier relationships, governance and category planning to deliver value, manage risk and supporting enterprise technology roadmaps.
• Experience managing an IT and OT category across a large, multi-state organization.
• Strong change management and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

• Expected Salary Range: $117,000.00-$127,000.00/Yr. (USD)
• In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.