Strategic Category Manager – Enterprise Software

Prudential Distribution Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

M&G Procurement is seeking a Category Manager to lead the Enterprise Software category. You will define the category strategy, own the savings plan, and act as a trusted commercial advisor to senior stakeholders.

In this transformation journey, you will drive material cost reductions across third-party spend and shape how the business specifies and buys software. Strong negotiation and strategic sourcing experience are essential, with a track record of delivering tangible value.

Qualifications

• Experience leading procurement for technology/software categories.
• Proven ability to build and execute category strategies.

Responsibilities

• Owns the Enterprise Software category strategy and savings plan.
• Negotiate with vendors and influence business specifications and buys.
• Measure success by cost reduction and value delivered to stakeholders.

Skills

Category management

Strategic sourcing

Vendor negotiation

Job description

M&G Procurement is seeking a Category Manager to lead the Enterprise Software category. You will define the category strategy, own the savings plan, and act as a trusted commercial advisor to senior stakeholders.

In this transformation journey, you will drive material cost reductions across third-party spend and shape how the business specifies and buys software. Strong negotiation and strategic sourcing experience are essential, with a track record of delivering tangible value.