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Category Manager, Corporate

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Crusoe

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United States , Denver

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Salary:

132000.00 - 160000.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

Crusoe is scaling rapidly, and the services that power our corporate functions—from financial and legal services to human resources and travel—are more critical than ever. We are looking for a strategic and analytical Category Manage, Corporate Services r to build, own, and execute the sourcing strategy for these essential categories. In this role, you will be a key business partner to our corporate leaders, responsible for delivering value, mitigating risk, and ensuring we have the right supplier relationships to support our ambitious growth. You will own the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, from initial strategy and market analysis to contract negotiation and ongoing supplier performance management. This is a high-impact position that requires a deep understanding of corporate services, a passion for building strong stakeholder relationships, and a drive for continuous improvement.

Job Responsibility:

  • Develop Sourcing Strategies: Create and implement sourcing plans for corporate services, including finance, legal, human resources, and travel
  • Lead the Procurement Process: Manage the end-to-end cycle for key services, from needs assessment to contract execution
  • Drive Cost Reduction: Conduct spend analysis and market research to identify savings opportunities and service improvements
  • Manage Supplier Relationships: Oversee supplier performance, ensure contract compliance, and resolve any issues that arise
  • Partner with Stakeholders: Collaborate with internal teams like Finance, Legal, and HR to align procurement with business goals
  • Negotiate Contracts: Secure competitive pricing and favorable terms with all corporate service providers
  • Drive Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to enhance and optimize the corporate services procurement function

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field
  • 5+ years in category management or procurement, with a focus on indirect or corporate services
  • A history of developing and executing category strategies that deliver measurable cost savings and service improvements
  • Strong skills in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management (SRM)
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities, with deep experience in spend analysis
  • Exceptional ability to build relationships, manage expectations, and influence at all levels of the organization
  • Hands-on experience with procure-to-pay (P2P) systems, such as Coupa

Nice to have:

  • Experience in a high-growth technology or startup environment
  • Deep expertise in one or more specific categories (e.g., professional services, facilities, enterprise technology)
  • MBA or a relevant professional certification (e.g., CPSM)
What we offer:
  • Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company
  • Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents
  • Employer contributions to HSA accounts
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
  • Teladoc
  • 401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary
  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Subscription to the Calm app
  • MetLife Legal
  • Company paid commuter benefit
  • $300/month

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 19, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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