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Greenhouse · Posted 2 Oct 2026

full-time

Category Manager

Checkr · Denver, Colorado, United States; San Francisco, California, United States

Checkr is a technology company that provides an AI-powered verification platform used by organizations to facilitate background checks and identity verification for employment, housing, and service-based platforms. As a Procurement Category Manager, you will join the procurement team to oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of assigned spending categories. Your daily responsibilities will involve managing sourcing initiatives, leading complex contract negotiations, and maintaining vendor relationships to ensure cost-efficiency and performance optimization. You will act as a primary liaison between internal stakeholders and external vendors, facilitating RFX processes and aligning procurement strategies with broader organizational goals. This role requires the ability to analyze market trends and provide actionable reporting to guide decision-making. The position is well-suited for a professional with extensive experience in strategic sourcing who possesses strong analytical skills and the ability to navigate a fast-paced environment. Success in this role depends on your capacity to influence cross-functional teams, manage high-stakes negotiations, and maintain a proactive approach to solving complex operational challenges while ensuring transparency and competitiveness in vendor selection.

procurementstrategic sourcingcontract negotiationvendor managementrfxsupply chain managementcategory managementprocurement operations

About Checkr Checkr is building the data platform to power safe and fair decisions. Over 140,000 companies and millions of people rely on Checkr for AI verification in the moments that matter most: getting a new job, a new place to live, a car ride, childcare, even a date. Customers include Uber, Pennymac, Airbnb, Doordash, and Anthropic. We’re a team that thrives on solving complex problems with innovative solutions that advance our mission. Checkr is recognized on Forbes Cloud 100 2025 List and is a Y Combinator 2024 Breakthrough Company . Reporting to the Head of Procurement, the Procurement Category Manager will be a critical part of a growing Procurement Team and play an important role in partnering with our stakeholders and vendors to deliver a best-in-class procurement experience. A successful Procurement Category Manager will be knowledgeable about procurement and strategic sourcing principles and skilled at leading contract negotiations. The individual will be organized, flexible, able to meet time-sensitive deadlines and embrace learning in a fast-paced environment. What you’ll do Manage the end-to-end procurement process for assigned categories, including sourcing, contract negotiation, and vendor relationship management. Develop and implement procurement strategies for designated categories that drive cost savings and cost avoidance while optimizing vendor performance. Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with organizational goals and act as the primary liaison between stakeholders and vendors. Lead complex contract negotiations to secure favorable terms, drive cost savings, and ensure alignment with the organization's strategic objectives. Facilitate RFX processes to ensure transparency and competitiveness in vendor selection. Stay informed on industry trends and technological advancements, especially in AI, to identify new vendor opportunities and drive innovation. Create and present reports for supported areas, providing actionable insights to guide informed decision-making for stakeholders. What you bring 7+ years of procurement and strategic sourcing-related work experience, with strong knowledge across the entire lifecycle of strategic sourcing and corporate procurement activities, including sourcing strategies, RFX development & analysis, vendor selection, and contract negotiations. Proven experience influencing strategy, driving decision-making, and achieving measurable results. Solid communication, strategic thinking, and presentation skills, with the ability to work and communicate effectively in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment. Strong analytical, judgment, and negotiation skills. Proven ability to lead complex initiatives and manage cross-functional teams. An A-player mindset with a strong bias for action: you raise the bar, move with urgency, stay resilient through ambiguity, and take ownership to deliver meaningful outcomes. Pay Transparency Disclosure We use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop ranges for our roles and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range. If this role is remote, we have listed the top to the bottom of the possible range, but we will specify the target range for an exact location when you are selected for a recruiting discussion. For more information on our compensation philosophy, see our website . On-target Earnings OR Base Salary range (San Francisco, CA) $151,000 — $178,000 USD On-target Earnings OR Base Salary range (Denver, CO) $128,000 — $151,000 USD What We Offer A fast-paced and collaborative environment Learning and development allowance Competitive cash and equity compensation, and opportunity for advancement 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage Up to $25K reimbursement for fertility, adoption, and parental planning services Flexible PTO policy Monthly wellness stipend At Checkr, we believe an in office work environment strengthens collaboration, drives innovation, and encourages connection. Our hub locations are Denver, CO; San Francisco, CA; Nashville, TN; and Santiago, Chile. Individuals are expected to work from the office 3+ days a week. In-office perks are provided, such as lunch five times a week, a commuter stipend, and an abundance of snacks and beverages. A relocation stipend may be available for those willing to relocate to a Checkr hub location. Equal Employment Opportunities at Checkr Checkr is committed to building the best product and company, which requires hiring talented and qualified individuals with a diverse set of perspectives and lived experiences. Checkr believes in hiring people of all backgrounds, including those whose histories are impacted by the justice system in accordance with local, state, and/or federal laws, including the San Francisco’s Fair Chance Ordinance . Applicant Privacy Policy If you are a California resident or are located in Alberta or British Columbia, our Applicant Privacy Policy applies to our collecti

Role	Category Manager
Company	Checkr
Location	Denver, Colorado, United States; San Francisco, California, United States
Type	internship
Compensation	Not disclosed
Posted	2026-10-02
Deadline	Rolling

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