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Category Manager (Corporate Services) Middlesbrough Competitive salary Jackson Hogg Procurement are delighted to be working on an exclusive basis with a leading business in Middlesbrough on the appointment of a Category Manager - Corporate Services to join their team on a full time and permanent basis. Reporting to the Head of Procurement, this Category Manager … week with hybrid working on offer! Other benefits include 7% matched pension, flexi time scheme, CIPS funding after probationary period, and 25 days holiday plus bank hols. The Role: Category Strategy Development : Develop and implement sourcing strategies for designated corporate services categories and non-engineering CAPEX categories. Sourcing: Lead the sourcing process for the designated categories including, market research … within designated categories through strategic sourcing and supplier management and ensure all negotiated gains and cost savings are tracked, measured, and delivered. Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on category performance, savings achieved, and market trends to senior management. Supplier Management : Manage the relationship of key category suppliers and mediate issues between stakeholders and suppliers as required. Leadership More ❯

Category Manager (Corporate Services) Middlesbrough Competitive salary Jackson Hogg Procurement are delighted to be working on an exclusive basis with a leading business in Middlesbrough on the appointment of a Category Manager - Corporate Services to join their team on a full time and permanent basis. Reporting to the Head of Procurement, this Category Manager … week with hybrid working on offer! Other benefits include 7% matched pension, flexi time scheme, CIPS funding after probationary period, and 25 days holiday plus bank hols. The Role: Category Strategy Development : Develop and implement sourcing strategies for designated corporate services categories and non-engineering CAPEX categories. Sourcing: Lead the sourcing process for the designated categories including, market research … within designated categories through strategic sourcing and supplier management and ensure all negotiated gains and cost savings are tracked, measured, and delivered. Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on category performance, savings achieved, and market trends to senior management. Supplier Management : Manage the relationship of key category suppliers and mediate issues between stakeholders and suppliers as required. Leadership More ❯

Category Manager (Corporate Services) Middlesbrough Competitive salary Jackson Hogg Procurement are delighted to be working on an exclusive basis with a leading business in Middlesbrough on the appointment of a Category Manager - Corporate Services to join their team on a full time and permanent basis. Reporting to the Head of Procurement, this Category Manager … week with hybrid working on offer! Other benefits include 7% matched pension, flexi time scheme, CIPS funding after probationary period, and 25 days holiday plus bank hols. The Role: Category Strategy Development : Develop and implement sourcing strategies for designated corporate services categories and non-engineering CAPEX categories. Sourcing: Lead the sourcing process for the designated categories including, market research … within designated categories through strategic sourcing and supplier management and ensure all negotiated gains and cost savings are tracked, measured, and delivered. Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on category performance, savings achieved, and market trends to senior management. Supplier Management : Manage the relationship of key category suppliers and mediate issues between stakeholders and suppliers as required. Leadership More ❯

Senior IT Category Manager page is loaded Senior IT Category Manager Apply locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R Who are we? Howden is a collective - a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are … headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities - work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering - you'll find like-minded people driving change at Howden. Role Definition The Senior IT Category Manager shall be responsible for managing and optimsing sourcing processes within the IT category. This includes strategic sourcing, contract negotiation cost optimization and ensuring alignment with organisational goals … and IT requirements. The role will include collaborating with internal stakeholders including IT budget holders, Legal and Third Party Risk Management. Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities Category Strategy Support the development and execution of the sourcing strategy for the IT category. Ensure alignment with business objectives and the IT roadmap. Analyse market trends and supplier capabilities. Drive innovation and identify More ❯

This temporary position as an Interim IT Category Manager will require you to be focused on managing IT procurement strategies and ensuring cost-effective supplier relationships. This role will require you to work in Nottingham 2 days per week. Client Details This is an excellent opportunity to join a well established organisation on an immediate start! This role … will be working within the private sector but knowledge of public sector procurement including PA23 & UCR16 would be beneficial! Description As Interim IT Category Manager duties, will include, however, not be limited to: Develop and implement IT procurement strategies aligned with business objectives. Manage supplier relationships to ensure cost efficiency and service quality. Negotiate contracts with IT vendors … IT procurement needs and priorities. Monitor supplier performance and address any service issues promptly. Ensure all procurement activities adhere to legal and regulatory requirements. Profile A successful Interim IT Category Manager should have: Proven experience in IT procurement. Strong negotiation and contract management skills. Experience of Public sector regulations including UCR16 & PA23 would be beneficial. Knowledge of procurement More ❯

Job summary We are recruiting for a Category Manager to join our Procurement Team. The procurement roles are interesting and varied. Procurement aim to be the go-to team, providing innovative solutions and commercial expertise; an expert team that can think creatively to meet the business needs and make a difference for our patients and service users. The … to pay process. The diverse and dynamic team aim to provide a holistic service from business case to award, implementation and commercial contract management (in support of the operational manager). The Category Manager will work predominantly in the Technology category but can expect to work across any category to support delivery of the work … plan. You will be either: an experienced procurement professional with technology category expertise, a commercial manager in the technology sector with significant relevant experience responding to public procurement exercises and demonstrable experience in project management or a technology subject matter expert with experience of procurement. Main duties of the job The main components of the role are: Category More ❯

Digital Category Manager Location: Berkshire – Hybrid Hours: 36 hours per week Our client, a major organisation undergoing digital transformation, is seeking a highly capable Digital Category Manager to lead strategic procurement efforts across the Cybersecurity, Networks, and Telecoms space. This role plays a vital part in the commercial success of key digital initiatives, including high-impact … technology programmes. About the Role The successful candidate will act as a subject matter expert for the digital category, developing and executing long-term sourcing strategies that align with the organisation’s future-focused vision. The role requires the ability to provide commercial leadership across complex projects and supplier relationships, ensuring that value creation, compliance, and innovation are central … to procurement activities. Key Responsibilities Creating and delivering end-to-end strategic category management. Providing extensive category knowledge and market insight, including identifying/managing category-level risk. Responsible for managing a portfolio of suppliers to ensure contracted expectations continue to be improved throughout the contract life cycle and to support these suppliers in delivering added value More ❯

Category Manager - Digital/Technology Are you ready to make a real impact in a business on a transformational journey? This business is undergoing a major turnaround—redefining how we serve millions, protect the environment, and future-proof essential services. A key part of that vision is living within our means, which is why we’re seeking strategic … technology category professionals who bring sharp commercial thinking and a drive for value. As a Category Manager, you'll be the go-to expert—leading end-to-end strategy, managing supplier performance, and driving commercial excellence. Your insight will shape decisions, utilising market expertise to develop and deliver strategies, ensuring that they are market-leading in their … commercial arrangements. What you’ll bring: Proven experience in category strategy and supplier negotiation Confidence navigating complexity and influencing stakeholders A commercial mindset and appetite for delivering real change What’s in it for you? Competitive salary Generous pension and holiday allowance Hybrid working from Reading HQ Wellbeing perks, career growth, and a purpose-driven working environment Be part More ❯

Global Category Manager (m/f/d) page is loaded Global Category Manager (m/f/d) Apply locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R1331 Job Description Our Artificial Intelligence (AI) and High Performing Computer (HPC) business is growing fast as we invest in new … upstream strategic sourcing and supplier management to deliver improved performance and value from our supply chain. To support this shift in our exciting transformational journey we have new global category roles that will specialise in either: Data Centers, Construction & Facilities Management; Information Technology and Communications; Professional Services and Business Operations All roles report into the Global Head of Procurement … and Logistics with a business partner dotted line into business segments dependent on category (eg. Ardent or Taiga). This role is based in our London Office offering a hybrid working model. YOUR QUALIFICATIONS Strong expertise in category at a global or regional level. Extensive experience in contract negotiation and category management. Successfully completed a degree in More ❯

turnaround plan is to live within our means. Therefore, we require skilled strategic procurement individuals with strong commercial acumen to make a real difference in these challenging times.As a Category Manager- Digital , you should be a commercial expert for your lead category. You should be able to utilise this market expertise to develop and deliver strategies, ensuring that … to the Digital Senior leadership team and a varied role. It is a great opportunity for somebody to develop digital commercial skills. What you’ll be doing as a Category Manager- Digital Creating and delivering end-to-end strategic category management. Providing extensive category knowledge and market insight, including identifying/managing category-level risk. … Hours per week. What you should bring to the role: To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are: Experience in end-to-end strategic digital category management. Ability to influence, engage and inspire internal and external stakeholders to drive meaningful change. Ability to challenge industry norms and proactively seek out opportunities to deliver sustained improvements More ❯

Description As the Category Manager for the Cloud & InfoSec categories, you will be responsible for supporting WTW across the business for all procurement aligned to cyber security and Cloud operations. You will collaborate with business stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies related to end user & collaboration services. Knowledge of how global software and licensing works, and experience/background … business and stakeholder needs. A strong knowledge of wider major Technology providers is also desirable. You must have experience in building and maintaining key business stakeholder relationships within the category and serve as a trusted advisor and partner for them on information security and cloud maturity matters for WTW. The Category Manager for Cloud & InfoSec will support … the Head of Enterprise Technology Procurement with relevant category planning for the business. The successful candidate will have a creative and positive approach to problem solving and a strong collaborative approach with other team members and stakeholders. A strong, analytical mindset with a meticulous approach to reporting and a willingness to learn and develop will be key to success More ❯

If you have a flair for IT sourcing and the resilience to thrive under pressure, this role could be your next big step. An opportunity has arisen for a Category Manager – Digital to join a dynamic procurement team at the forefront of a major digital transformation journey. This role is central to sourcing critical IT services including cyber … bonus, a contributory pension of up to 12%, 26 days’ holiday (rising to 30 with service), annual medical assessments, and access to a comprehensive wellbeing and benefits platform. As Category Manager you'll be... Support end-to-end sourcing across digital categories including cyber, telecoms, IT and networks. Lead and influence digital procurement strategy aligned with major transformation More ❯

Ready for your next big move in Digital & IT procurement? If you are a skilled and seasoned category expert who is motivated to make a difference, we are eager for your response! As a Senior Category Manager at NHS SBS, youll lead a team and take ownership of a sub-category within the Digital & IT portfolio … or site visits as needed. What you will be doing: Leading, mentoring and supporting a team of buying staff of different levels. Developing and implementing short and long-term category strategies. Analysing data and identifying key areas for cost savings and process improvements. Managing a portfolio of projects. Working closely with key stakeholders to influence procurement choice and drives … support to the customer Service Directorates, Heads of Procurement and Key Leaders on a national footprint. Negotiating with the supplier base ensuring that all aspects are covered within the category from a product, service and stakeholder basis. What you will bring: Level 5 CIPS qualification (or working towards), or an alternative comparable qualification. Extensive background in public sector procurement. More ❯

Ready for your next big move in Digital & IT procurement? If you are a skilled and seasoned category expert who is motivated to make a difference, we are eager for your response! As a Senior Category Manager at NHS SBS, you’ll lead a team and take ownership of a sub-category within the Digital & IT … or site visits as needed. What you will be doing: Leading, mentoring and supporting a team of buying staff of different levels. Developing and implementing short and long-term category strategies. Analysing data and identifying key areas for cost savings and process improvements. Managing a portfolio of projects. Working closely with key stakeholders to influence procurement choice and drives … support to the customer Service Directorates, Heads of Procurement and Key Leaders on a national footprint. Negotiating with the supplier base ensuring that all aspects are covered within the category from a product, service and stakeholder basis. What you will bring: Level 5 CIPS qualification (or working towards), or an alternative comparable qualification. Extensive background in public sector procurement. More ❯

SARIA Food & Pharma started the process of further professionalizing Procurement across SARIA Food & Pharma and its Business Units. Part of this transition was the establishment of a Global Category Management Team at Divisional level. After successfully setting up Global Category Management for Logistics, Chemicals, CAPEX, Energy and Packaging, we are now starting to focus on the next category, IT. About the role: In your role, you will be responsible for taking the lead in setting up and maintaining Global Category Management within IT. This involves a high focus on supplier and contract management, and sourcing support for new IT hardware and software. From this role, you will ensure we fully utilize our global buying power by … implementing the right category strategy while ensuring that contracts are up to date, fully utilized and are in line with Business Unit-specific requirements. While you are setting up Global Category Management for your assigned category, you will simultaneously work closely with the IT Leadership Team and other Global Category Managers to develop and implement Global More ❯

AVP - Category Manager - IT & Market Data International Bank, London Permanent, Up to £70,000 2-3 days in office Your new company This is a globally recognised financial institution with a strong presence across the EMEA region, with over 450 branches in 19 cities. They offer a wide range of financial services, including corporate banking, investment banking and More ❯

AVP - Category Manager - IT & Market DataInternational Bank, LondonPermanent, Up to £70,0002-3 days in office Your new company This is a globally recognised financial institution with a strong presence across the EMEA region, with over 450 branches in 19 cities. They offer a wide range of financial services, including corporate banking, investment banking and asset management, ranked More ❯

company) The role We are seeking a highly experienced and proactive Procurement Consultant to manage critical global strategic sourcing and procurement projects within the IT Business Applications Software spend category, which has an annual spend of approximately $500M. Responsibilities: Leading strategic sourcing events and presenting data-driven recommendations to management on opportunities, risks, and investment priorities. Handling contract and … price negotiations for both Business Application (software) and Banking Services categories. Managing category spend analytics, creating multi-year strategic sourcing roadmaps, and educating the organization on relevant market trends, suppliers, and markets. Reviewing statements of work and contract renewals to identify opportunities for commercial improvements while minimising risk. Drafting and creating various agreements, including NDAs, Master Agreements (SaaS, Software … existing suppliers. Working collaboratively with suppliers to enhance value and innovation. About you The ideal candidate will have extensive experience (minimum 10 years) in the Software/Banking Applications Category at a financial services organisation. A Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or Finance, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience in a sourcing or More ❯

A global organisation with a strong footprint in technology and innovation is seeking an experienced IT Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management across a diverse portfolio of IT spend. This is a high-impact role offering exposure to global stakeholders, complex procurement challenges, and transformation initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute global sourcing strategies across … with business goals. Drive innovation, cost optimisation, and supplier performance through strategic partnerships. Support digital transformation and procurement excellence initiatives across the group. ?? Ideal Candidate: Proven experience in IT category management within a global or complex organisation. Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills. Familiarity with procurement systems (e.g. SAP, Ariba, Coupa) and data-driven decision-making. Excellent stakeholder engagement More ❯

Cedar is supporting a University, based in London, who are looking to hire a Category Manager for IT & Digital. This is a permanent job opportunity offering a salary range of £55,000 up to £60,000 per annum plus a range of benefits which include 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), USS Pension and more. This role … and the remainder available to work from home. Reporting into the Head of Procurement, the successful candidate will manage, maintain and develop supply agreements, relating to the IT & Digital category, to achieve best value for money and good practice in non-pay expenditure. You will be required to work with key internal stakeholders to provide professional procurement advice and … ensure compliance when running end to end procurement projects. Candidates applying MUST HAVE: experience working a similar role in the UK Public Sector marketplace i.e. a role in Procurement, Category, Commercial or Contract Management experience running end to end Procurements (not via Frameworks) is required understanding of the IT and Digital category is required CIPS Level 5 qualified More ❯

the value (service, quality, cost, risk) derived from our supplier relationships. Primarily focussed on strategic, and other high-value suppliers, this is an opportunity for a confident and capable Category Manager to make their mark, with plenty of scope to support OUP's evolving business. You will be responsible for several key activities, including: Partnering with key stakeholders … experience of strategic sourcing in a large company environment, preferably with European or global experience Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of the Technology supply market, with experience working in Technology category management CIPS Advanced Diploma (Level 5) or MCIPS Professional Diploma Level (Level 6) would be advantageous but not essential High level of project management skills and working collaboratively with … internal and external stakeholders Proven track record of delivering cost savings across multiple business units and spend categories Skills and Behaviours Conversant and experienced in the application of modern category management tools and techniques, with an ability to develop category strategies to meet stakeholder needs Able to forge close, partnering relationships with Technology stakeholders at all levels (up More ❯

Are you ready to take the lead in driving digital transformation? We’re looking for a Digital Category Manager to join a dynamic procurement team at the heart of a major transformation journey. In this role, you will: Manage end-to-end sourcing across IT services including cyber, telecoms and networks Shape and influence digital procurement strategy Lead More ❯

Are you ready to take the lead in driving digital transformation? We’re looking for a Digital Category Manager to join a dynamic procurement team at the heart of a major transformation journey. In this role, you will: Manage end-to-end sourcing across IT services including cyber, telecoms and networks Shape and influence digital procurement strategy Lead More ❯

Generalist Indirect Procurement Specialist opportunity. (Indirect Category Manager. Indirect Generalist, Indirect Procurement specialist) An amazing opportunity for an experience Indirect Category/Indirect Procurement Specialist to work for a leading UK Charity across a diverse category portfolio ranging from IT, digital, HR, Finance, Car Fleet, professional services, fundraising and marketing. We are looking for an experienced indirect … procurement/Indirect category specialist looking for that next opportunity in their career. This role will NOT require people management skills as is a role that has no direct reports. The Indirect Category/Indirect Procurement specialist role will be a Hybrid working position where you will be required to work from the office (based in SE London … office more than 3 days then this is also available. You will have at least 5 years or more experience within a procurement role where you have recent Indirect category experience more recently. Key Responsibilities: Contributing to the Team to make a major contribution to the vision and purpose of this leading Charity through a focus on value for More ❯

Generalist Indirect Procurement Specialist opportunity. (Indirect Category Manager. Indirect Generalist, Indirect Procurement specialist) An amazing opportunity for an experience Indirect Category/Indirect Procurement Specialist to work for a leading UK Charity across a diverse category portfolio ranging from IT, digital, HR, Finance, Car Fleet, professional services, fundraising and marketing. We are looking for an experienced indirect … procurement/Indirect category specialist looking for that next opportunity in their career. This role will NOT require people management skills as is a role that has no direct reports. The Indirect Category/Indirect Procurement specialist role will be a Hybrid working position where you will be required to work from the office (based in SE London … office more than 3 days then this is also available. You will have at least 5 years or more experience within a procurement role where you have recent Indirect category experience more recently. Key Responsibilities: Contributing to the Team to make a major contribution to the vision and purpose of this leading Charity through a focus on value for More ❯