Description

Job Reference #
324074BR

Business Divisions
Group Functions

Your role
Do you value partnership? Are you solid as a rock when juggling multiple projects? Are you an expert negotiator and enjoy problem solving? We're looking for a highly motivated and skilled Category & Sourcing Manager to join our Category & Sourcing team for Software.
The IT Software Category & Sourcing team is responsible for the category delivery across all category scorecard KPIs. Responsibilities include the development and execution of a category management strategy that align with the strategy, objectives and Operating Plan of Group Technology and UBS overall. A Category & Sourcing Manager IT Software is also responsible for developing, structuring and executing Go-to-Market / Deal strategies for high scale and volume IT Software deals for UBS globally, with the objective to drive value and optimize costs.
We are looking for someone like you to:
• be responsible for the Category delivery across all of the Category Scorecard dimensions
• contribute to the development of the IT Software Category Strategy by providing insights and recommendations
• prepare and manage complex negotiations where a new vendor is being considered, or engagements with existing challenging vendors; facilitate elements of complex deals such as: RFx structure, Base Case, Business Case, Commercialization Model, Solution / Proposal Evaluation, Transition, Transformation, & Termination Planning, Deal structuring and Execution
• define commercial constructs to motivate vendor behaviors that are aligned to UBS strategy and goals
• act as a trusted advisor for all internal business partners, with a strong emphasis on concise and accurate communication, both written and verbal
• prepare reports on category insights and provide strategic recommendations to the Category Lead and/or senior management
• be accountable as the Vendor Relation Manager for selected third-party providers

Detailed salary information:
• Weehawken, New York: the salary range for this role is $140000 to $180000
The expected salary range(s) for this role as of the date of this posting is/are based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, education, location and skill level. This role may also be eligible for discretionary incentive compensation. For benefits information, please visit ubs.com/usbenefits.

Title
Category & Sourcing Manager IT Software

City
New York, Stamford, Weehawken

Job Type
Full Time

Country / State
United States - Connecticut, United States - New Jersey, United States - New York

Function Category
Corporate services, infrastructure and facilities, Management and Business Support, Outsourcing / Offshoring, Process, project and program management

Join us
At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We're dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That's why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we're more than ourselves.

We're committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.

Contact Details
UBS Business Solutions SA
UBS Recruiting

Disclaimer / Policy statements
UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.

Your team
You will be working in the IT Category & Sourcing team directly reporting to the Head of IT Software Category & Sourcing. The team is part of the Supply Chain organization, a function in Group Real Estate and Supply Chain (GRESC). Supply Chain was created to enhance value identification and delivery within GRESC, supporting UBS with its third party vendor management as well as with its Real Estate and Outsourcing footprint.

Your expertise
• ideally 10+ relevant experience as a Sourcing or Category Manager or in a similar role
• expert in deal negotiations for large and complex services and experienced in outsourcing methodologies, contracts and commercial models
• experience of working with large service providers and vendors
• excellent stakeholder management skills
• detail orientated with structured, organized, methodical planning skills
• eager to learn, highly driven and motivated with a can-do attitude
• initiative and drive as well as the ability to work independently
• collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with staff from a diverse mix of backgrounds and cultures

About us
UBS is the world's largest and the only truly global wealth manager. We operate through four business divisions: Global Wealth Management, Personal & Corporate Banking, Asset Management and the Investment Bank. Our global reach and the breadth of our expertise set us apart from our competitors.

We have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries.

Salary information
US Only: The expected salary range for this role is $140000 to $180000 based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, education, location and skill level. Please see «Your role» section for detailed salary information.



Requisition #: 324074BR

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