Senior Manager, Category Management – Finance

Senior Manager, Category Management – Finance – Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)

LOCATION: US – Atlanta

TYPE: Full time

WORK SHIFT: Hybrid

POSTED: October 10, 2026

ID: JR0130978

Overview

At Western Union, we’re more than a trusted name in global payments. We’re moving beyond remittances, beyond cash, and beyond the expectations of our customers.

Our talented teams enable us to transform into a digital-first company, built on the strength of our retail foundation and powered by next-generation payments. All this with the goal of helping people prosper.

Our customers inspire us to push boundaries and create services that make life easier and communities stronger. Wherever you are in the world, we’re committed to shaping the next generation of financial experiences.

Join us as we go beyond and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible.

Job Description

Benefits and Other Details

Job Description

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-based spend 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

Basic Qualifications:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or Master's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Economics, or a related field.
• Experience supporting funds-in, funds-out, payments, banking operations, treasury services, card programs, or financial technology platforms.
• Experience managing strategic supplier relationships within the financial services, payments, banking, or fintech industries.
• Experience developing sourcing strategies for enterprise technology, consulting services, contingent labor, or other indirect spend categories.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Category Management Certification, or Certified Professional Strategic Advisor (CPSA).
• Experience leveraging spend analytics, market intelligence, automation, or AI-enabled tools to improve sourcing outcomes and business decision-making.

Workplace Option

HYBRID – Western Union values in-person collaboration, problem solving, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this fosters common ways of working and supports how we execute initiatives for our customers. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.

Location: 5 Concourse Pkwy NE, Suite 2300 Atlanta, GA 30328

BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS

Benefits

• You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few (https://careers.westernunion.com/global-benefits/). Please see the benefits below specific to your country. If applicable, additional role-specific benefits will be mentioned during your interview process or in an offer of employment.

Your United States specific benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Tuition Assistance Program

• Employee Discount Program

• Parental Leave

• 401K Plan

• For residents of Colorado, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania: Please do not respond to any questions on this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Salary

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. The company will provide accommodation to