Global Technology Procurement Category Manager

1st Executive; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is searching for an experienced IT Procurement Manager in Birmingham, UK. The successful candidate will shape IT procurement strategies, manage technology sourcing globally, and lead high-value contract negotiations. Ideal candidates should possess proven experience in IT category management, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Competitive salary and dynamic work environment offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT category management within large-scale, global organisations.
• Track record of leading high-value IT contract negotiations.
• Strong commercial skills including TCO analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute IT category strategies for cost savings.
• Lead complex contract negotiations across various IT sectors.
• Build relationships with senior stakeholders globally.
• Monitor supplier markets to identify opportunities.

Skills

IT category management

Contract negotiations

Commercial and analytical skills

Stakeholder influence

Job description

Take the lead in shaping IT procurement strategies that drive value, innovation, and global impact.

We are looking for an experienced professional to manage technology sourcing across multiple countries and regions, working closely with senior business and IT leaders.

Role Highlights

• Develop and execute IT category strategies that deliver cost savings, value, and innovation.
• Lead complex, high-value contract negotiations across Enterprise Software, Cloud & Infrastructure, and SaaS / IT Services.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders in a global, matrixed environment.
• Monitor global IT supplier markets and emerging technologies to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Drive compliance and best practice adoption across multiple countries and regions.

Requirements

• Proven experience in IT category management within large-scale, global organisations.
• Track record of personally leading complex, high-value IT contract negotiations.
• Strong commercial and analytical skills, including TCO and other procurement models.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive procurement transformation initiatives globally.