Strategic IT Services Category Manager

QinetiQ Limited; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ Limited in Farnborough is seeking a Senior Category Manager IT Services to lead complex sourcing initiatives, deliver cost optimisation, and manage end-to-end procurement in a Defence environment.

You will build relationships with key stakeholders, ensure compliance, and develop strategies with business partners to meet future aspirations. The role requires SC clearance eligibility and a 37-hour week at Farnborough head office.

Qualifications

• Experience in business relationship management with internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of sourcing strategies and risk mitigation in procurement.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong relationships with key decision-makers to influence behaviours in sourcing.
• Maintain awareness of controls and accreditations for Defence suppliers, ensuring compliance.
• Collaborate with Business Partnering to leverage existing supplier relationships and frameworks.
• Collaboratively develop sourcing strategies to align targets and improve supplier performance.

Education

Degree in Business or Engineering

CIPS Qualification or equivalent

Job description

QinetiQ Limited in Farnborough is seeking a Senior Category Manager IT Services to lead complex sourcing initiatives, deliver cost optimisation, and manage end-to-end procurement in a Defence environment.

You will build relationships with key stakeholders, ensure compliance, and develop strategies with business partners to meet future aspirations. The role requires SC clearance eligibility and a 37-hour week at Farnborough head office.