Strategic IT Procurement Lead – Global Tech Sourcing

Talent Drive | B Corp; Remote; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected Financial Services business is seeking a Senior Category Manager - IT to lead their IT strategy and manage complex projects. The role involves engaging with CTO/CIO level stakeholders while ensuring commercial value and supplier performance. Candidates must possess extensive IT Category Management experience, strong strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills. Offering a salary between £75,000 to £85,000 along with benefits including a bonus and pension matching.

Benefits

20% bonus

10% matched pension

Healthcare

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive IT Category Management experience is mandatory.
• Proven skills in managing CTO/CIO stakeholders.
• Experience with complex global projects is vital.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver the IT strategy for annual savings.
• Develop group-wide category plans for alignment.
• Engage senior stakeholders to ensure buy-in.

Skills

Technical category experience

Engagement with senior stakeholders

Strategic mindset

Excellent communication skills

Ability to adapt in fast-paced environments

Education

MCIPS qualification

Job description

A well-respected Financial Services business is seeking a Senior Category Manager - IT to lead their IT strategy and manage complex projects. The role involves engaging with CTO/CIO level stakeholders while ensuring commercial value and supplier performance. Candidates must possess extensive IT Category Management experience, strong strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills. Offering a salary between £75,000 to £85,000 along with benefits including a bonus and pension matching.