Technology Procurement Category Manager

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a Technology Procurement Category Manager based in Leeds. This role involves managing significant indirect spend, driving procurement transformation, and leveraging data analytics to enhance efficiency. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in technology procurement and stakeholder engagement, with a focus on adapting to a dynamic environment. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Cash car allowance or electric vehicle

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Private healthcare

Four-weekly pay cycle

Wellbeing services including digital GP and counselling

Career development schemes and professional qualifications support

Free city centre parking

Bonus and pension

Colleague discounts

Inclusion networks

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Technology Procurement or Category Management.
• Experience in contract management and stakeholder engagement.
• Knowledge of Technology Procurement/Cloud preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end sourcing activities and develop category strategies.
• Influence stakeholders and support transformation initiatives.
• Drive procurement transformation and define the technology roadmap.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Contract management

Data analytics

Procurement transformation

Technology Procurement

Job description

Technology Procurement Category Manager, Leeds

Location: Asda House, Leeds, United Kingdom

Employment Type: Full time, Permanent, 37.5 hours/week

Salary: Competitive salary plus benefits

Category: Purchasing/Procurement

Closing Date: 26 May 2025

Job Description

We’re transforming procurement at Asda. Join us at the heart of decision-making and help manage over £2.5 billion of indirect spend, aiming to become a best-in-class function. You will support commercial activities, drive efficiency, and contribute to our goal of increasing market share in Grocery.

Your Role

• Manage end-to-end sourcing activities and develop category strategies.
• Influence stakeholders and support transformation initiatives to maintain a competitive cost base.
• Lead major investments and support executive priorities.
• Leverage data and analytics to support cost and cash programs.
• Drive procurement transformation and define the technology roadmap.

About You

• Proven experience in Technology Procurement or Category Management.
• Experience in contract management and stakeholder engagement.
• Able to adapt in a dynamic environment, with knowledge of Technology Procurement/Cloud preferred.

What We Offer

• Cash car allowance or electric vehicle
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Private healthcare
• Four-weekly pay cycle
• Wellbeing services including digital GP and counselling
• Career development schemes and professional qualifications support
• Free city centre parking

Note: At least 3 days/week in the Leeds office required. Our hybrid working model balances collaboration and flexibility.

Additional benefits include bonus, pension, colleague discounts, and inclusion networks. We support diverse and inclusive workplaces where everyone can bring their best selves.