Information Technology Buyer

AVA Energy; Bayern; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading energy solutions company is seeking a Global Category Buyer (IT) to manage the end-to-end sourcing and category strategy for IT solutions. You will drive strategic vendor partnerships and lead contract negotiations with global IT providers. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in IT category management and a strong track record in negotiations. This role is critical in supporting the company’s digital transformation efforts.

Qualifikationen

• 7+ years’ experience in IT category management, strategic sourcing, or global procurement.
• Proven track record in negotiating complex software and hardware agreements.
• Strong understanding of licensing models, cloud solutions, and IT service contracts.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute global category strategies for software, hardware, and IT services.
• Lead RFP/RFQ processes, contract negotiations, and supplier evaluations for key IT vendors.
• Manage commercial relationships with major software and hardware providers, ensuring optimal value and compliance.
• Discuss with global stakeholders in IT, finance, and legal to align procurement decisions with business goals.
• Analyse spend data and identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities.

Kenntnisse

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Procurement, IT

Jobbeschreibung

AVA Energy are currently supporting our global leading OEM in the Power Generation sector with their search for a Global Category Buyer (IT) to join our international procurement team. In this role, you will manage the end-to-end sourcing and category strategy for IT solutions – including software, hardware, and digital services – across multiple regions.

You’ll play a key role in driving strategic vendor partnerships, optimising spend, and leading contract negotiations with global IT providers to support the company’s digital transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global category strategies for software, hardware, and IT services.
• Lead RFP/RFQ processes, contract negotiations, and supplier evaluations for key IT vendors.
• Manage commercial relationships with major software and hardware providers, ensuring optimal value and compliance.
• Discuss with global stakeholders in IT, finance, and legal to align procurement decisions with business goals.
• Analyse spend data and identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities.

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Procurement, IT, or a related field.
• 7+ years’ experience in IT category management, strategic sourcing, or global procurement.
• Proven track record in negotiating complex software and hardware agreements.
• Strong understanding of licensing models, cloud solutions, and IT service contracts.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and analytical skills.
• Fluent in English