Title: IT Category Manager

Location: San Jose, CA (Monday-Thursday onsite, Friday remote)

Compensation: $60 - $65 an hour on W2

Duration: 6 months

IT Category Manager

Role Overview

The IT Category Manager at Cadence leads sourcing and procurement for IT hardware, software, and services, including servers, laptops, software tools, and data center support. This role partners closely with R&D engineering, IT, and business teams to deliver cost savings, reduce risk, and ensure reliable supplier performance that supports IT and business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and procurement for IT categories supporting engineering and enterprise needs
• Develop and execute category strategies to optimize cost, quality, service, and risk
• Partner wit...