Position Title:  Sr Procurement Category Manager - HR & IT

Job Title: Sr Procurement Category Manager – HR & IT

Be a part of a revolutionary change! 

At Philip Morris International (PMI), we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’re totally transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose – to deliver a smoke-free future. 

With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, if you join us, you’ll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions. Our success depends on people who are committed to our purpose and have an appetite for progress.  

Our beautiful HQ in Stamford, CT is just steps away from the Stamford Metro-North Train Station and easily accessible from NYC.   

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Procurement Manager to lead sourcing and vendor management activities for the IT Services and HR Services categories. This role will be responsible for driving value through supplier relationships, optimizing costs, mitigating risks, and supporting business goals across technology and people-focused services. The ideal candidate brings deep procurement expertise, category knowledge, and strong stakeholder engagement skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• IT Services Category:
  • Lead sourcing strategies for IT services including software, cloud services (SaaS, IaaS, PaaS), managed services, infrastructure, and consulting.
  • Partner with IT stakeholders (CIO, IT Directors, etc.) to understand current and future needs.
  • Manage contract negotiations (MSAs, SLAs, licensing, renewals) and vendor relationships.
  • Identify opportunities for consolidation, cost savings, and process improvement.
• HR Services Category:
  • Manage sourcing for HR services such as recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), training & development, employee wellness, benefits administration, and contingent labor.
  • Collaborate with HR leadership to align supplier strategy with workforce planning and talent management goals.
  • Optimize supplier base and manage compliance with employment laws and privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR).

• General Procurement Leadership:
  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with company goals and category best practices.
  • Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and total cost of ownership (TCO) assessments.
  • Lead RFIs, RFPs, contract negotiations, and supplier selection.
  • Track and report on category performance, savings, risk, and supplier performance metrics.
  • Promote diversity, sustainability, and ethical sourcing practices.

Who we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field (MBA or equivalent preferred).
• 8+ years of procurement experience, with a strong focus on IT and HR services categories.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex sourcing initiatives, contract negotiations, and vendor relationships.
• Strong understanding of IT landscapes (cloud, security, infrastructure) and HR service trends.
• Excellent negotiation, financial analysis, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with procurement tools and platforms (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa, Oracle).
• Strategic thinker with the ability to execute tactically.

Annual Base Salary Range: $140,000 - $188,000

What we offer  

• We offer a competitive base salary, annual bonus (applicable based on level of position), great medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with a generous company match, incredible wellness benefits, commuter benefits, pet insurance, generous PTO, and much more!  
• We have implemented Smart Work, a hybrid model of working that promotes flexibility in the workplace. 
• Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We’ll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore.
• Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture where everyone’s contribution is respected; Collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong.
• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.
• Take pride in delivering our promise to society: To improve the lives of millions of smokers.

PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

PMI is headquartered in Stamford, Conn., and its U.S. affiliates have more than 2,300 employees.  

PMI has been an entirely separate company from Altria and Philip Morris USA since 2008. PMI’s affiliates first entered the U.S. market following the company’s acquisition of Swedish Match in late 2022. Philip Morris International and its U.S. affiliates are working to deliver a smoke-free future. Since 2008, PMI has invested $12.5 billion globally to develop, scientifically substantiate and commercialize innovative smoke-free products for adults who would otherwise continue to smoke with the goal of transitioning legal-age consumers who smoke to better alternatives. In 2022, PMI acquired Swedish Match – a leader in oral nicotine delivery – creating a global smoke-free champion led by the IQOS and ZYN brands. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized versions of PMI’s IQOS electronically heated tobacco devices and Swedish Match’s General snus as Modified Risk Tobacco Products and renewal applications for these products are presently pending before the FDA. For more information, please visit www.pmi.com/us and www.pmiscience.com.