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USA GA - Atlanta - Corporate Center V, 5 Concourse Parkway, Suite 2300
Source: Western Union careers · View original posting
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Role Responsibilities
As a Senior Manager, Category Management - Finance, you will lead strategic sourcing and supplier management activities supporting Western Union's Finance organization. This role focuses on financial services, banking relationships, payment networks, treasury services, funds-in and funds-out operations, financial technology solutions, and other enterprise service-based spend categories.
You will partner closely with Finance, Treasury, Payments, Accounting, Technology, and business leaders to identify sourcing opportunities, optimize third-party spend, and deliver measurable business value across a global supplier portfolio.
You will develop and execute sourcing strategies that support enterprise objectives, financial performance, operational efficiency, and business growth.
You will partner with Finance, Treasury, Payments, and Accounting leaders to understand business priorities and identify opportunities to improve commercial outcomes and supplier value.
You will lead strategic sourcing initiatives across banking services, payment providers, funds-in and funds-out operations, financial technology platforms, consulting services, and other enterprise service categories.
You will manage complex supplier negotiations, contract renewals, and commercial agreements to achieve cost savings, risk mitigation, and improved service performance.
You will evaluate supplier pricing structures, transaction fee models, and commercial arrangements to identify opportunities for optimization and cost efficiency.
You will analyze spend data, supplier performance metrics, and market trends to develop recommendations that support informed business decisions.
You will establish and maintain supplier governance processes that drive accountability, performance management, and alignment with business objectives.
You will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to support new business initiatives, technology implementations, operational changes, and enterprise transformation efforts.
You will assess sourcing opportunities across large-scale third-party spend categories and develop business cases that support strategic investment decisions.
You will ensure sourcing activities align with company policies, risk management standards, regulatory requirements, and contractual obligations.
You will influence senior stakeholders and suppliers to deliver innovative solutions that improve operational effectiveness and support Western Union's evolving payments ecosystem.
Role Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Economics, or a related field.
7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, category management, finance, treasury, payments, or supplier management roles.
5+ years of experience leading enterprise sourcing initiatives, contract negotiations, and supplier management activities.
Experience supporting financial services, banking, payments, fintech, treasury services, consulting, technology, or other enterprise services categories.
Experience negotiating complex commercial agreements with global suppliers or service providers.
Experience managing large-scale enterprise spend portfolios and delivering measurable cost savings, cost avoidance, or value creation outcomes.
Experience working in a global, highly matrixed organization with multiple stakeholder groups.
*Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Western Union will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Compensation
The annual base salary range is $140,000 to $155,000 USD per year. Total on-target compensation includes a base salary and short-term and long-term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates’ qualifications, skills, and competencies.
Other Details
We are passionate about honoring our employee's identity and fostering a feeling of belonging. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status.
The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.
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11-09-2026 This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.
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