Europe IT Category Manager | Strategic Tech Procurement

The Martin Veasey Partnership; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue-chip benefits package

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A global energy company is seeking an ambitious European Category Manager for IT/Information Technology procurement. This role involves developing category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring value delivery through effective procurement practices. Candidates should have a university degree, ideally with a CIPS qualification, and experience in IT procurement. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, along with opportunities for career development within a leading firm.

Qualifications

• University degree and ideally CIPS qualification required.
• Experience in global operations and cultural awareness essential.
• Understanding of IT contracts to deliver value and mitigate risks.

Responsibilities

• Develop medium to long-term sub-category plans.
• Manage supplier relationships for value delivery.
• Contribute to procurement capability development.

Skills

University degree

CIPS qualification or equivalent

Cultural awareness

Negotiation skills

Knowledge of IT contract nuances

Value delivery in IT procurement

Relationship building

Knowledge of procurement systems

Education

University degree

Job description

A global energy company is seeking an ambitious European Category Manager for IT/Information Technology procurement. This role involves developing category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring value delivery through effective procurement practices. Candidates should have a university degree, ideally with a CIPS qualification, and experience in IT procurement. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, along with opportunities for career development within a leading firm.