Global IT Category Manager - Digital & Security Focus

Zentiva

Paris

On-site

EUR 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Zentiva, based in Paris, France, seeks a Category Manager - IT to design and deploy global sourcing strategies spanning IT hardware, software and services. You will collaborate with IT, Digital, Finance and business teams to drive cost efficiency, cybersecurity, and digital transformation.

You will manage supplier relationships, governance, and ESG considerations while supporting budgeting and long-range planning to ensure compliance and business continuity in a regulated pharmaceutical

Qualifications

Master's degree and 8–12 years in strategic sourcing or procurement in IT/digital.
Strong IT cost structures, software licensing, and cloud economics knowledge.
Proven ability to manage global suppliers and complex negotiations.
Excellent stakeholder management and project leadership.
Fluent English written and spoken; additional languages are a plus.
Analytical mindset translating market insights into business value.

Responsibilities

Define and execute global, multi-year IT category strategies (hardware, software, cloud, services).
Align sourcing with roadmaps, cybersecurity, data integrity, and cost objectives.
Lead SRM with key IT providers; implement governance and continuous improvement.
Monitor supplier performance with KPIs and regular reviews.
Mitigate risk with dual sourcing, exit planning, and business continuity.
Support IT governance forums and major technology programs.