West Midlands, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Paradigm Employment Services LTD
CategoryManager We have a truly rare opportunity for a CategoryManager to join one of the UKs and Europes leading IT channel and distribution providers. Our client believes that being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking community is key to learning, growth, and success of any business. They dont just provide tools to help … the support of a dedicated team ensuring seamless technology operations, youll be joining a company that empowers its partners and helps them transform their businesses. Main responsibilities for the CategoryManager: Daily monitoring of product shortages to ensure optimal product availability. Selection and procurement of product lines from manufacturing partners based on market relevance and business competitiveness. Negotiation … for customer development and relationship management. Comply with company policiesand adhere to Health and Safety regulations to maintain a safe and efficient working environment. Main Requirements for the successful CategoryManager: Proven experience in the IT sector, ideally within a distribution or channel-focused environment Strong technical knowledge of IT hardware, including components, systems, and industry trends A More ❯
Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
PARADIGM EMPLOYMENT SERVICES LTD
CategoryManager We have a truly rare opportunity for a CategoryManager to join one of the UK’s and Europe’s leading IT channel and distribution providers. Our client believes that being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking community is key to learning, growth, and success of any business. They don’t just provide … support of a dedicated team ensuring seamless technology operations, you’ll be joining a company that empowers its partners and helps them transform their businesses. Main responsibilities for the CategoryManager: Daily monitoring of product shortages to ensure optimal product availability. Selection and procurement of product lines from manufacturing partners based on market relevance and business competitiveness. Negotiation … customer development and relationship management. Comply with company policies and adhere to Health and Safety regulations to maintain a safe and efficient working environment. Main Requirements for the successful CategoryManager: Proven experience in the IT sector, ideally within a distribution or channel-focused environment Strong technical knowledge of IT hardware, including components, systems, and industry trends A More ❯
Manchester, North West, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Robert Walters
Robert Walters is proud to be working on a retained basis with The University of Manchester, one of the UK's leading Universities, to recruit a CategoryManager - IT. This key role will lead strategic sourcing and supplier management across IT, digital infrastructure, software, and tech services within a complex and high-impact environment. The University of Manchester … a globally respected institution, is seeking a CategoryManager - Information Technology to join their forward-thinking Procurement Team. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to shape the digital future of one of the UK's most prestigious universities by leading IT and digital procurement strategies that underpin vital technology transformation projects. With hybrid working options and access … continuous professional development opportunities, access to on-site facilities, staff discounts, and the chance to build your network within a renowned higher education institution. What you'll do: As CategoryManager - Information Technology at the University of Manchester, you will take ownership of a diverse portfolio encompassing software acquisition, hardware procurement, cloud infrastructure management, licensing negotiations, and managed More ❯
Cheshire, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Frank Wills Recruitment Ltd
CategoryManager Energy and IT Location: Cheshire, UK Hybrid working Model We’re recruiting on behalf of an established, internationally operating engineering business based in Cheshire. They’re seeking a Global CategoryManager with strong procurement experience in IT and Energy to enhance their technology infrastructure and energy management globally. Responsibilities Lead strategic sourcing for IT … market volatility Track and report key metrics, offering recommendations to enhance performance Support global projects aimed at improving IT and energy efficiency Deliver measurable savings and operational improvements through category strategy Consolidate and strengthen the global supplier base for IT and Energy Support ongoing digital transformation and energy sustainability efforts Skills & Experience strategic sourcing or category procurement covering More ❯
Reading, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Signet Resources
CategoryManager - 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 CategoryManager, 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 ❯
Reading, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Thames Water
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 CategoryManager- 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 CategoryManager- 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 ❯
Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Thames Water Utilities Limited
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 CategoryManager- 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 CategoryManager- 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 ❯
Global CategoryManager (m/f/d) page is loaded Global CategoryManager (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 ❯
Reading, Berkshire, South East, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
AWE Plc
AWE is recruiting a CategoryManager to be responsible for the implementation and delivery of Category Management, Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Relationship Management for the Facilities Infrastructure team. Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking . Relocating to Green Park from October 2025. Package: £47,760 to £65,000 (depending on your … s far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? As the CategoryManager, you will focus on the strategic management within the Facilities Infrastructure Team, which includes but is not limited to the following categories: Soft services (landscaping, security, catering … a strategy that will underpin our long-term commercial decisions. You will execute strategic sourcing activities and supplier relationship management in order to manage the procurement of your assigned category, with the ultimate objective of leveraging and securing AWE's supplier base to support its current and future business requirements, whilst mitigating risks. You will work closely with key More ❯
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
Procurement CategoryManager - Technology - Leading Energy Organisation - East Midlands (Hybrid: 1 day/week in office) - £53,000 to - £65,000 + Bonus + Package To apply, please contact Adam at Are you an IT or digital procurement professional looking to join a progressive, tech-forward energy and retail business undergoing significant transformation? We're working exclusively with … a leading organisation seeking a Procurement CategoryManager - Technology to join their established team of procurement professionals. With a modern approach to digital tools and agile ways of working, this is a fantastic opportunity to shape and influence digital procurement strategy in a business placing real investment into its technology stack. About the Role: This is a permanent … aligned with collaborative, cross-functional teams Why This Role? You'll be stepping into a well-structured and well-supported team , with a mix of senior and mid-level category managers This is a broad IT generalist role with real exposure to both strategic sourcing and stakeholder engagement The organisation operates a hybrid working model - offering flexiibltiy to work More ❯
Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
TXP
We're Hiring: IT CategoryManager | 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 CategoryManager to join their dynamic team based in Leeds . Location: Thorpe Park, Leeds (Hybrid working) Employment Type: Full More ❯
teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. On behalf of Zurich, AMS are looking for a Global IT CategoryManager for an initial 12-month contract based on a hybrid basis with offices in London OR Swindon . The role will be primarily remote working with flexibility … required on office travel when needed. Purpose of the role: This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT CategoryManager to take on a high-impact, senior-level role within a global organization. The role involves negotiating and managing contracts with third-party suppliers for software, SaaS, cloud services, and professional IT services across multiple regions. You … . Contribute to supplier management strategies and initiatives, including supplier reduction and cost-saving measures. The skills you'll need: Proven experience in a similar global IT procurement/category management role, particularly with software, SaaS, cloud, and IT professional services agreements. Strong contract negotiation skills, including the ability to manage complex commercial models and pricing structures from third More ❯
Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Hilti (Canada) Corporation
What's the role? As CategoryManager, you will be responsible for managing all indirect procurement activities, with a specific focus on Marketing, HR Services, IT, Consulting and Operating Supplies categories. You will play a pivotal role in driving cost efficiencies, ensuring supplier performance, and delivering best-in-class service to internal stakeholders. In addition, you will be … Bachelor's degree in any field Previous procurement experience, ideally with indirect categories and services Strong negotiation, contract management and supplier performance management skills Ability to develop and implement category strategies that drive value creation for the organization Proficiency in procurement tools (e.g., SAP, Coupa) and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) is essential Detail-oriented problem-solving skills More ❯
Manchester, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Robert Walters
A global organisation with a strong footprint in technology and innovation is seeking an experienced IT CategoryManager 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 ❯
Greater Manchester, North West, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Robert Walters
A global organisation with a strong footprint in technology and innovation is seeking an experienced IT CategoryManager 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 ❯
Our client a well known Insurance Company are actively looking to hire 6 Category Managers, with either Professional Services or IT Category experience. Hybrid Working: Various Offices available (London, Bristol, York or Norwich) - 2 Days a Week onsite Competitive Rates (InsideIR35). Duration: 12 Months Start Date: End of May/Early June 2025 Senior CategoryManager (multiple vacancies available) High volume, multiple tenders Professional Services Category (primary consulting £120m spend) Need to move quickly in this category, request from business to selection/onboarding is quick Dont really need to manage suppliers, more about managing multiple tenders , contract negotiation, selection etc FCA useful Non-IT Categories fine if not Consulting Good work ethic … not always working to rule Senior Category Managers (1 Vacancy Available) Managing complex negotiations of outsourcing activity Much more complex and in depth Category is all non-IT - Customer Claims, Offshoring etc, more customer facing role. Will need strong outsourcing experience Strong stakeholder management/influencing Capabilities: Negotiation Skills, Stakeholder Management, Influencing Skills, Communication Skills, Leadership, Commercial Management More ❯