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Global Technology Procurement Category Manager

1st Executive Ltd

City Of London

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GBP 80,000 - 110,000

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Job summary

A leading procurement consultancy in London seeks a Global Technology Procurement Category Manager to lead IT procurement strategies that enhance value and innovation. This role involves managing technology sourcing across various countries, engaging with senior business and IT leaders, and negotiating complex contracts in the fields of Enterprise Software, Cloud, and SaaS. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in IT category management and strong influencing skills to drive transformation initiatives globally.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute IT category strategies to deliver savings and innovation.
  • Lead complex, high-value contract negotiations across various IT categories.
  • Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders in a global environment.
  • Monitor global IT supplier markets to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.
  • Drive compliance and best practice adoption across regions.

Skills

IT category management
Contract negotiations
Analytical skills
Stakeholder influence
Job description
Global Technology Procurement Category Manager

Contact: Peter Aplin

Contact email: peter.aplin@1st-executive.com

Job ref: 92224_1764770343

Published: 2 days ago

Expiry date: 2026-01-02

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.

What You'll Do
  • 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.
What You'll Bring
  • 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.
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