Category Manager

Hi, We're AffiniPay!
AffiniPay is a leading fintech company, based out of Austin, Texas. As the market leader in professional services payments and practice management software, AffiniPay's tech products serve legal, accounting, architectural, engineering and construction firms. AffiniPay has been recognized as one of Inc. 5000's fastest growing companies in the U.S. for 13 years in a row, and as a result, our teams continue to grow as well!
We are looking for a Category Manager, Technology to support the sourcing and procurement of technology-related goods and services, reporting directly to the Director, Strategic Sourcing. This role will play a key part in shaping and executing sourcing strategies for IT categories including software, hardware, infrastructure, SaaS and IT services, with a focus on cost optimization, business objectives, risk mitigation, and vendor performance.
What You'll Do

• Develop and manage category strategies and sourcing plans for technology and IT contracts, including software, hardware, SaaS, and technology services.
• Lead RFx processes, vendor evaluations, and contract negotiations for IT spend.
• Partner with IT, Finance, and Legal teams to ensure end-to-end procurement activities align with business needs and compliance requirements.
• Assist in the consolidation of suppliers to unify IT solutions across the business, reduce fragmentation, and streamline vendor management.
• Conduct spend and market analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and manage supplier risk.
• Maintain strong relationships with key technology suppliers and internal stakeholders to support vendor performance and innovation.
• Track and analyze market trends, technology innovations, and supplier landscape to inform sourcing strategies.
• Support contract lifecycle management, including renewals, license optimization, and service level monitoring.
• Maintain procurement records, contract documentation, and savings tracking for audit and reporting purposes.
• Track key procurement metrics, including savings, supplier performance, and compliance with sourcing policies.

About You

• 7+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or vendor management, with a focus on IT categories.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing contract terms for enterprise software and technology vendors.
• Working knowledge of IT concepts such as cloud infrastructure, software licensing, SaaS models, cybersecurity, IT service agreements, etc.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Experience supporting sourcing strategies and RFx processes in a mid-to-large organization.

Our Story
Founded in 2005, AffiniPay's mission is to build technology products that helps professionals focus on the work they love. As the leader in the professional payments industry, AffiniPay's products serve legal, accounting, architectural, engineering and construction firms. Our portfolio of software solutions include MyCase (Legal Practice Management Software), CASEpeer (Practice Management for Personal Injury Firms), and Docketwise (Immigration & Case Management Software). Our portfolio of payment solutions include LawPay (Legal), AffiniPay for Associations (Associations), CPACharge (Accounting Professionals), and ClientPay (Architect, Engineer, and Construction). AffiniPay's products serve over one hundred thousand users, and we are noted as one of the fastest growing tech companies in Austin, Texas. We are constantly looking for talent to join our team to continue playing a key part in unlocking our potential.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at AffiniPay
At AffiniPay, we recognize that innovation occurs with a strong team of people who are diverse in background, personality, talent and ideas. Experience comes in many forms and ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where we continue to learn from each other is an integral part of our culture. We are committed to creating a welcoming and transparent environment for all that embraces those differences through education, equal access to opportunities and information, inclusionary programs, and community outreach.
Benefits that Benefit You!
As a people first culture, we believe it is important that our teammates are happy, healthy, and productive. In order to best support that, AffiniPay provides award-winning benefits that can make a difference in your life - right now and for the future.

• All employees receive fully covered medical, dental and vision coverage - Choose from our 2 available health plans based on what fits you and/or your family!
• Have some fur babies? - We offer them insurance too!
• RELAX and enjoy your time away with our flexible paid time off policy!
• We will help you plan for your future - 401K, or RRSP if in Canada, with a company match
• Competitive compensation packages that include mid-year and end-of-year bonuses and equity options for all full-time employees
• Health Wellness Program that includes nutrition consultations, mental health apps, and access to discounted memberships
• Have plans to grow your family? - Parental resources, including 16 weeks of paid time off for primary caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including mentorships, leadership programs and our AffiniPayU courses
• We believe it is important to give back with our Matching Gift Program and organized activities focused on donations, volunteerism and supporting the local communities throughout the country
• D&I initiatives provide educational opportunities regarding multicultural issues, tolerance, and celebrating diversity among our entire staff
• An incredible, in-office experience at our headquarters in Austin and San Diego including free lunch delivery, a fully stocked kitchen, and some "sweet" surprises for those afternoon pick-me-ups

Security Advisory
Our hiring teams at AffiniPay are dedicated to recruiting top talent that share our passion for serving the professional services industry through innovative financial technology. As such, our Talent Acquisition Team only follows legitimate hiring practices. We will always communicate with our candidates using emails with the AffiniPay domain and will never ask for sensitive/personal data during the application process. All interviews take place over phone call, Zoom/Google Meet or in person. All offers are communicated verbally by our Talent Acquisition Specialists with a written offer letter as a follow up.