• Directly support internal customers’ needs related to the sourcing of goods and services. • For new projects, drive the Source-to-Contract process: from receipt of business requirements to market assessment, negotiating terms, redlining and shepherding contracts to signature. • Manage ongoing renewals: engaging the business owners, suppliers and strategic Procurement partners to optimize and • Act as liaison with other key partners (Legal, Security & Compliance, Accounts Payable, etc.) • Step into role as primary owner for administration and enhancement of Procurement’s Intake & Orchestration tool. • Continuously evaluate ways to improve processes and gain efficiencies in day-to-day activities, as well as larger-scale, complex projects.

Procurement Category Manager - Field At JCI, we are committed to becoming the global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. Our mission is to redefine building performance to better serve people, places, and the planet. We invite you to join our winning team and build your best future with us! Our diverse teams have the opportunity to support a wide range of industries worldwide, and we are dedicated to your professional development through impactful projects and continuous learning. Enjoy our supportive work environment focused on enhancing your physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. What We Offer: - Competitive salary - Paid vacation/holidays/sick time - Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care starting day one! - Developmental opportunities - Encouraging and collaborative team environment - Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy - While Milwaukee is a preferred location, this role can be remote in the United States What You Will Do: - Support supplier contract negotiation, supplier selection, and contract lifecycle management. - Understand the needs of the business and align necessary actions with the Category Management team. - Manage around $100M across all JCI field branches in the US and Canada. - Create and implement strategies to exceed profit plan goals related to cost savings, trade working capital, quality, supplier rationalization, supply continuity, risk management, and other agreed objectives. - Collaborate with branch locations to identify and introduce innovative products and services to expand field offerings. - Ensure compliance with all internal procurement and business operating procedures. - Cultivate and promote diverse supplier relationships, working with regional teams to deliver diverse sourcing opportunities. - Responsible for overall continuity of supply and active risk mitigation including follow-up and expedite of specific orders and parts. - Optimize supply base composition. What We Look For: - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field. - 6+ years of Procurement experience. - Category Management experience with proven results. - Ability to influence without direct authority. - Capability to interface with senior leadership. - Self-starter with the drive to make an impact, work at pace, and make data-led decisions. - Developed understanding of Procurement tools and best practices. - Willingness to travel up to 10%. Preferred: - Procurement experience with a focus on HVAC products, Electric, Electronic components, Sensors, Drives. - Experience in cost analysis and strong financial knowledge, as you will need to understand how Procurement contributes to the wider financial picture. HIRING SALARY RANGE: $100,000-150,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us. Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law . If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here. Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets. Nightwing is a leading intelligence services company dedicated to advancing national security and global stability. Operating in a highly dynamic and mission-critical environment, we rely on disciplined financial operations and strong cross-functional coordination to support our programs and customers. Nightwing is committed to building a team of exceptional professionals dedicated to supporting national security and mission success. We are seeking an experienced professional to lead enterprise coordination and issue resolution across Nightwing’s procure-to-pay operations. This role will strengthen financial accuracy, improve operational efficiency, and ensure the integrity of key financial processes that support the business. Why This Role Matters This position plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability and effectiveness of Nightwing’s financial operations. By improving invoice resolution, strengthening internal controls, and enhancing coordination across Finance and Supply Chain functions, this role directly supports accurate financial reporting, program execution, and effective cash management across the enterprise. Scope of the Role The Procure-to-Pay Operations Lead serves as the enterprise focal point for monitoring process performance, resolving complex invoice and payment issues, and driving continuous improvement across procure-to-pay operations. The role partners closely with Finance, Supply Chain, Timekeeping, Accounts Payable, and Treasury teams to ensure efficient end-to-end processing and accurate expense recognition. Key responsibilities include: - Identify and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies across the enterprise - Monitor procure-to-pay process performance and address operational bottlenecks - Review and approve subcontractor invoices processed in Costpoint - Implement procedures to support timely and accurate expense recognition, including period-end accruals - Drive operational improvements that enhance internal controls, efficiency, and financial transparency - Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvement What Success Looks Like The successful candidate will establish a strong understanding of Nightwing’s procure-to-pay operations and develop effective working relationships across Finance, Supply Chain, Timekeeping, Accounts Payable, and Treasury. By proactively identifying and addressing invoice and payment discrepancies, the individual will reduce processing delays and improve the overall reliability of the payment cycle. Success in this role will also involve improving visibility into procure-to-pay performance through enhanced monitoring and reporting, enabling leadership to more effectively identify risks and operational bottlenecks. Through close collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders, the candidate will implement practical process improvements and internal controls that strengthen coordination, improve efficiency, and support the timely and accurate recognition of expenses across the enterprise. What We’re Looking For The ideal candidate brings deep experience in procure-to-pay operations, financial reporting, and government contracting environments. Key capabilities include: - Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management skills - Experience identifying and resolving financial, operational, or system issues impacting disbursements - Advanced analytical skills with the ability to translate large data sets into actionable insights - A process improvement mindset focused on automation, controls, and operational efficiency Qualifications - U.S. Citizen - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field - Minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience in finance, procurement operations, or program finance - Experience working in a government contracting environment - Advanced Excel proficiency - Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with close attention to detail At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team. Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead enterprise-wide food and beverage category strategy, driving value creation across cost optimization, supplier performance, and revenue enablement. The Senior Category Manager will oversee complex supplier ecosystems, balancing global leverage with local flexibility to meet diverse venue and operational needs. This position is highly collaborative, partnering with Operations, Culinary, Finance, Legal, and Commercial teams to implement scalable and compliant sourcing strategies. You will lead strategic sourcing initiatives, manage supplier relationships, and influence key stakeholders in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment. The role emphasizes operational excellence, sustainability, and supplier inclusion while leveraging data to inform category decisions and long-term enterprise value. Ideal candidates thrive in matrixed organizations and bring a combination of commercial acumen, negotiation expertise, and strategic thinking to the procurement function. - Develop and execute multi-year Food & Beverage category strategies aligned with business growth, venue needs, and market trends. - Lead strategic sourcing initiatives including RFPs, supplier selection, and contract negotiations in collaboration with stakeholders and legal. - Build and manage high-performing supplier partnerships, monitoring performance across cost, quality, service, and compliance metrics. - Influence and advise Operations, Culinary, Finance, and venue leadership, translating operational needs into scalable sourcing solutions. - Drive supplier inclusion, sustainability, and ESG objectives, aligning procurement practices with corporate purpose and community impact. - Leverage procurement technology and analytics to track category performance, savings, and supplier metrics, enabling data-driven decisions. - Support enterprise procurement transformation initiatives, championing best practices in category management, sourcing, and supplier governance. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field. - 4–6+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or category management, with significant exposure to Food & Beverage categories. - Proven track record leading category strategies across complex, multi-site or enterprise sourcing initiatives. - Strong commercial, financial, and negotiation skills, including experience managing high-value agreements. - Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive adoption in decentralized or matrixed environments. - Experience with procurement platforms (e.g., Coupa), supplier diversity programs, ESG initiatives, and procurement innovation. - Data-driven mindset with ability to analyze spend, track savings, and make informed recommendations. - Preferred: Passion for live entertainment, culinary innovation, and venue operations; strategic thinker with a bias for execution. Benefits - Competitive annual salary in the range of $150,000–$170,000 with eligibility for bonus programs. - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage. - 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching. - Paid time off including vacation, sick days, and holidays. - Opportunities for professional growth and development across multiple venues and regions. - Exposure to high-impact projects with diverse teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. - Travel opportunities up to 50% to support supplier and venue engagement. Company Description