IT & Technology Category Manager

Bramwith Consulting; Greater London; Remote; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic IT & Technology Category Manager to join their team. This remote role offers the chance to lead sourcing engagements across various technology categories, including software, hardware, and cloud services. With a focus on career progression, the successful candidate will work closely with the Technology Procurement Director to develop strategies that leverage tier 1 and niche suppliers. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate procurement specialist to fast-track their career within a globally revered FTSE 30 firm, known for its collaborative environment and commitment to professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in IT sourcing and procurement across various technology categories.
• Strong understanding of supplier negotiation and relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing engagements for IT & Technology categories.
• Develop and implement category strategies with the procurement director.

Skills

IT sourcing and procurement

Supplier relationship management (SRM)

Contract negotiation

Category strategy development

Education

Degree

MCIPS

Prince II

Job description

IT & Technology Category Manager – Global FTSE 30 – Remote with occasional travel - £75,000 + 15% Bonus + Benefits

Due to an internal promotion, this globally revered FTSE 30 firm is seeking a high-achieving IT procurement specialist who will thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. With an outstanding track record for providing fast-track career progression coupled with aggressive expansion plans moving towards 2020, now is an exciting time to be joining Technology Procurement.

IT & Technology Category Manager role overview:

1. Leading sourcing engagements across an array of IT & Technology categories, including Software Applications, Licensing, Professional & Managed Services, Hosting, Cloud, Infrastructure, and Hardware.
2. Developing and implementing IT & Technology category strategy alongside the Technology Procurement Director to embed optimal leverage approaches across tier 1 and niche suppliers, including offshore vendors such as Cognizant and Wipro.
3. Being ‘hands-on’ with the cradle-to-grave sourcing process (RFP, RFQ, contract & supplier negotiation, supplier relationship management SRM, etc.).
4. Progressing to the Technology Senior Procurement Manager position within 18–24 months.

Required experience / qualifications:

1. IT sourcing and procurement experience, either with strong general Technology category expertise (Software, Hardware, Telecoms, Professional Services) or specialist knowledge within one Tech area.
2. Degree, MCIPS & Prince II preferred (but not essential).

This is a fantastic career opportunity for a passionate and dynamic IT procurement specialist to fast-track their career within a world-leading FTSE 100 brand.

To apply, please send your CV directly to [e-mail] or apply through this forum.