8 of 8 Category Manager Jobs in Central London

Overview: Job Title: Senior Category Manager Location: Paddington, UK Shift: Standard 40 hour M-F Duration: 9 months with chance of extension Principal Duties and Responsibilities: The Senior Category Manager will lead strategic sourcing and category management for direct materials across key mechanical categories for EMEA. Background and experience Proven experience in strategic sourcing and … category management for direct materials (ideally 7 years +) Strong commercial experience being able to navigate complex cost structures and confidence in negotiation with a track record of cost reduction and cost avoidance results Familiarity with datacenter or industrial procurement environments. Proficiency in procurement systems (SAP, Ariba, iCertis). Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Key Responsibilities Category More ❯

Category Manager – Information Security We are currently recruiting for an experienced IT Category professional to lead strategic sourcing and category management across cybersecurity. This role is to join one of our Insurance Clients based on a 6 month contract Inside IR35. Hybrid working with 2 days in London. Key Experience Required: 5+ years in IT Procurement … Category Management (Cybersecurity). Proven experience in leading complex sourcing and negotiations. Strong stakeholder management across global teams. Experience with procurement platforms (particularly Ariba or similar). Understanding of supplier risk work-flows and cross-functional collaboration. Familiarity with cybersecurity tooling. Knowledge of cloud cost optimisation or FinOps. Professional certifications (e.g., CIPS). Insurance/Financial Services Industry experience More ❯

Category Manager – Information Security We are currently recruiting for an experienced IT Category professional to lead strategic sourcing and category management across cybersecurity. This role is to join one of our Insurance Clients based on a 6 month contract Inside IR35. Hybrid working with 2 days in London. Key Experience Required: 5+ years in IT Procurement … Category Management (Cybersecurity). Proven experience in leading complex sourcing and negotiations. Strong stakeholder management across global teams. Experience with procurement platforms (particularly Ariba or similar). Understanding of supplier risk work-flows and cross-functional collaboration. Familiarity with cybersecurity tooling. Knowledge of cloud cost optimisation or FinOps. Professional certifications (e.g., CIPS). Insurance/Financial Services Industry experience More ❯

We're Hiring: Indirect Category Manager | Leeds | Hybrid Are you a procurement professional with a passion for IT ? We’re working with a leading organisation in the energy and infrastructure sector to find a talented IT/indirect Category Manager to join their dynamic team based in Leeds . 📍 Location: Leeds 📅 Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent More ❯

We're Hiring: Indirect Category Manager | Leeds | Hybrid Are you a procurement professional with a passion for IT ? We’re working with a leading organisation in the energy and infrastructure sector to find a talented IT/indirect Category Manager to join their dynamic team based in Leeds . 📍 Location: Leeds 📅 Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent More ❯

Role: Category Manager (IT/Pubic Sector) Location: City of London Duration: 6 Months Rate: £650 per day (Inside IR35) Our Public Sector client is seeking a procurement professional to support the delivery of critical upgrades to its core infrastructure. The successful candidate will lead procurement activities in accordance with the Public Procurement Act 2023 (PA2023), ensuring commercial More ❯

Role: Category Manager (IT/Pubic Sector) Location: City of London Duration: 6 Months Rate: £650 per day (Inside IR35) Our Public Sector client is seeking a procurement professional to support the delivery of critical upgrades to its core infrastructure. The successful candidate will lead procurement activities in accordance with the Public Procurement Act 2023 (PA2023), ensuring commercial More ❯

Overview: A leading organisation within the financial services sector is seeking an experienced IT Category Manager to join its procurement team on an Interim basis. This is a strategic role focused on managing technology spend, vendor relationships, and driving commercial value across IT procurement activities. Initially, this will be a 3 month interim contract, requiring 1 day per … week in the London office. Key Responsibilities: Lead IT category management initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements. Manage end-to-end procurement processes including RFPs, SLAs, and commercial models. Build and maintain strong relationships with technology vendors to ensure effective delivery of products and services. Provide expert input on IT contractual elements including integration, data protection … Act as a strategic advisor, championing procurement best practices and continuous improvement. Monitor market trends and vendor capabilities to inform sourcing strategies. Skills & Experience Required: Proven experience in IT category management or a similar procurement role, ideally within financial services. Strong understanding of procurement processes and contractual frameworks. In-depth knowledge of the IT industry and vendor landscape. Excellent More ❯

Role Summary The IT Category Lead is a senior leadership role within the Procurement and Commercial Management team, reporting directly to the Head of Procurement – Technology, Collaboration & Complex Transactions. This position is pivotal in shaping and delivering ICT procurement strategies that drive value for money, risk mitigation, and compliance across high-value, complex contracts. Key Responsibilities *Strategic Procurement Leadership … Lead the ICT Category team in delivering complex procurement and contract management activities.• Develop and implement category strategies that align with organisational goals and ensure compliance with the Procurement Act 2023.• Provide expert commercial advice on multi-million-pound transactions, including leading negotiations and managing supplier relationships. *Commercial & Contract Management:• Oversee critical ICT contracts, ensuring robust delivery, performance … Candidate Profile : Essential Experience & Knowledge Hands-on ICT procurement experience in the UK public sector. Strong understanding of the Procurement Act 2023 and its practical implications. Proven ability in category management, including: o Spend analysiso Pipeline planningo Supplier relationship managemento Risk assessment * Commercial & Technical Skills• Skilled in complex commercial negotiations and securing value-for-money outcomes.• Extensive experience in More ❯