Strategic IT Category Lead – Sourcing & Partnerships

DP World; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DP World is seeking a Category Procurement Lead IT to develop and execute sourcing strategies across IT categories in Europe, driving sustainable value, innovation, quality and efficiency.

You will partner with stakeholders across functions, lead tenders and negotiations, manage supplier relationships, and align procurement activities with business objectives while supporting regional and cross‑functional initiatives across Europe.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, strategic sourcing or category management with exposure to IT products, services, software, hardware or infrastructure.
• Ability to develop and execute sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and negotiate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Act as the procurement subject matter expert for IT-related categories, providing strategic guidance and market insights.
• Partner with stakeholders across the business to understand requirements, identify opportunities, and support procurement decision-making.
• Develop, implement, and execute category sourcing strategies aligned with broader procurement objectives and business priorities.
• Lead sourcing initiatives, tenders, supplier selection processes, and contract negotiations across various IT subcategories.
• Build and manage strategic relationships with suppliers to support performance, innovation, risk management, and long-term value creation.
• Monitor market trends, supplier developments, technology advancements, and cost drivers to inform sourcing strategies and procurement decisions.
• Collaborate with regional and global procurement teams to standardize processes, optimize supplier portfolios, and support cross-functional initiatives.
• Review, negotiate, and manage commercial agreements while working closely with legal, compliance, and business stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance procurement effectiveness, strengthen governance, and deliver cost efficiencies.
• Support supplier performance management, risk assessments, and business continuity activities to maintain a resilient and competitive supply base.

Skills

IT procurement

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Supplier negotiations

Stakeholder management

European experience

Job description

DP World is seeking a Category Procurement Lead IT to develop and execute sourcing strategies across IT categories in Europe, driving sustainable value, innovation, quality and efficiency.

You will partner with stakeholders across functions, lead tenders and negotiations, manage supplier relationships, and align procurement activities with business objectives while supporting regional and cross‑functional initiatives across Europe.