Tech Sourcing & Category Manager

Jobtailor

Milton Keynes

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor in the United Kingdom is seeking a senior procurement professional to lead supplier management, category management and sourcing within technology and IT services. You will build multi-year strategies, align with global colleagues and our technology roadmap, and drive complex sourcing initiatives to deliver cost and business benefits.

You will translate strategy into actionable plans, manage contracts, engage stakeholders, and ensure supplier performance for quality, compliance and

Qualifications

Proven track record in technology and IT services category management and sourcing within a global procurement organisation.
Experience managing complex contracts and sourcing activity.
Experience contributing to financial planning and budget management.
Experience within financial services or regulated environments.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Procurement or related discipline.
Professional procurement qualification (e.g. CIPS).
Strong commercial and negotiation skills.
Cost analysis and financial insight capability.
Knowledge of procurement systems and processes.

Responsibilities

Leading supplier management, category management and sourcing activity aligned to a specific spend area.
Building multi-year sourcing and category strategies aligned with our global colleagues and technology strategy.
Leading and executing complex and strategic sourcing activity.
Driving cost and business benefits aligned to Procurement and business targets.
Translating business strategy into actionable sourcing and category plans.
Identifying value through contract lifecycle management.
Supporting stakeholder engagement across the organisation.
Ensuring supplier performance meets expectations in quality, compliance and cost.
Contributing to financial planning, forecasting and budget management.