Global IT Procurement Category Lead – Tech & Cloud

1st Executive Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global procurement company in Leeds is seeking an experienced Global Technology Procurement Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing for technology across multiple countries. This role requires extensive IT category management experience and a proven track record in high-value negotiations. Candidates should be skilled in influencing senior stakeholders and driving procurement transformation initiatives. A strong focus on developing effective category strategies is essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive IT category management experience within large-scale global organizations.
• Proven track record of leading complex, high-value contract negotiations.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders in a matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing for technology across multiple countries.
• Develop IT category strategies that drive value and savings.
• Monitor global IT supplier markets and trends.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to deliver category plans.

Skills

IT category management experience

Contract negotiation

Influencing stakeholders

Commercial and analytical expertise

Driving change

Job description

A global procurement company in Leeds is seeking an experienced Global Technology Procurement Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing for technology across multiple countries. This role requires extensive IT category management experience and a proven track record in high-value negotiations. Candidates should be skilled in influencing senior stakeholders and driving procurement transformation initiatives. A strong focus on developing effective category strategies is essential.