IT Category Manager

IT Category Manager

12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Hybrid or fully remote

Sussex or Midlands

Alexander Lloyd are partnering with a leading organisation to recruit an experienced IT Category Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an established procurement professional to take ownership of a significant IT spend portfolio, leading sourcing activity across software, cloud, infrastructure, cybersecurity, digital services, and consultancy spend.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver IT category strategies that drive value, savings, service improvements, and risk mitigation.
• Lead the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, including tendering, supplier selection, negotiations, due diligence, and contract management.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships and optimise supplier performance.
• Partner with stakeholders across the business to shape sourcing decisions and procurement strategies.
• Negotiate commercial agreements that balance cost, risk, service, and long-term business objectives.
• Oversee supplier onboarding and implementation activities.

About You

• Significant experience within IT procurement or category management.
• Proven track record managing complex sourcing projects and commercial negotiations.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders.
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• CIPS qualified or working towards qualification is desirable.

Get in touch ASAP if you're interested!