Global IT Technology Procurement Category Manager

Shape the future of IT procurement and make an impact across multiple countries and regions.

We are seeking an experienced Global Technology Procurement Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing for technology, working closely with senior leaders worldwide.

  • Develop forward-looking IT category strategies that drive value, cost savings and innovation.

  • Build strong, influential relationships with senior business and technology leaders to align procurement with organisational goals.

  • Monitor global IT supplier markets, keeping ahead of trends, emerging technologies and supplier changes.

  • Promote compliance with Preferred Supplier Lists and IT buying channels, addressing gaps and driving improvements globally.

  • Collaborate with procurement teams across multiple countries and regions to deliver category plans and sourcing initiatives effectively.

Your experience:
  • Extensive IT category management experience within large-scale global organisations, operating across multiple countries and regions. This is essential.

  • A proven track record of personally leading complex, high-value contract negotiations across Enterprise Software, Cloud and Infrastructure, and SaaS or IT Services.

  • Strong ability to influence and collaborate with senior IT and business stakeholders in a global, matrixed environment.

  • Commercial and analytical expertise, including application of Total Cost of Ownership and other procurement models.

  • Experience driving change, embedding best practices, and supporting procurement transformation initiatives.

Company
1st Executive Ltd
Location
Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Full-Time
Salary
£85,000 - £95,000 per annum
Posted
Company
1st Executive Ltd
Location
Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Full-Time
Salary
£85,000 - £95,000 per annum
Posted