26 to 40 of 40 Category Manager Jobs in the UK excluding London

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 ❯

.4,000 professionals, 0 days wasted, 1 incredible purpose. Together we will beat cancer. Senior Category Manager (Technology) - 12 month FTC Location: Stratford, London Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office) We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's … why we're looking for someone talented, someone determined, someone like you. We're looking for a Senior Category Manager to join our Procurement team on a fixed term basis. In this crucial role, you will be As well as helping CRUK to mitigate risk, you'll support the organisation's long-term goals through effective supplier partnerships … stakeholder buy-in for complex technology procurement strategies. Extensive experience in leading change IT categories, identifying opportunities for digital and operational improvement and delivering measurable benefits.In-depth knowledge of category management principles, with a track record of developing and executing IT category strategies that align with organisational goals and technology roadmaps.Comprehensive experience in end-to-end sourcing within More ❯

Category Manager - Technology In this fantastic new role, you will join a growing team to, on a global, regional and local basis, lead strategy and planning for a Procurement sub-category to deliver competitive advantage for HSBC business through cost savings, lifecycle value generation, demand management and innovation In this global position within the Technology category management group, you will support the global Category Lead in working closely with stakeholders within the Bank's Technology division. You will drive commercial value, manage third parties and ensure ESG is embedded into the supply chain In this role, duties will include: Leading the development, implementation and ongoing management of procurement category strategies for enterprise infrastructure … at a global level. Working with stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies and tactics for procurement category initiatives. Leading end to end planning and execution of sourcing projects, including requirements gathering, commercial and contractual negotiation and securing internal endorsement at the required level to proceed to signature stage. Developing and maintaining a global stakeholder network in a complex and dynamic More ❯

Category Manager - Cloud & Information Security We are currently recruiting for an experienced IT Category professional to lead strategic sourcing and category management across cloud services and 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 (across Cloud, SaaS, 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 cloud ecosystems (AWS, Azure, GCP) and cybersecurity tooling. Knowledge of cloud cost optimisation More ❯

Role: Senior IT Category Manager Location: Birmingham (2 - 3 days p/w in office) Type: Permanent | Full-time Compensation: Up to £85K + performance bonus + benefits Are you an experienced IT procurement professional ready to step into a high-impact, high-visibility role at a top-tier UK financial institution? A fantastic opportunity has arisen for … a Senior IT Category leader to join a major player in the UK financial services sector. This role offers the chance to influence commercial strategy, drive category innovation, and be a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders - all within a regulated, complex, and fast-paced environment. Click apply and we'll be in touch 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 ❯

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 ❯

Our client a well known Insurance Company is currently looking to hire an IT & Professional Services Procurement/Category Manager with experience of working with a number of IT Suppliers/Vendors and various other Vendors/Suppliers. Duration: 3 to 6 Months (6 Months) Location: Bristol (Hybrid - Once a Month in Office) Day Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35 … via Umbrella) Start Date: ASAP A forward-thinking IT & Professional Services Procurement Manager who will be accountable for the delivery of procurement excellence whilst being responsive to customers' needs and evolving demands. By executing the IT RFP, RFQ sourcing strategy, you will support the the companies IT Strategy and outlined objectives. Duties: IT Procurement within the following categories, Software More ❯

The WTW Procurement Sourcing Team are seeking an experienced IT Procurement professional to own the Cloud & Information Security category and drive commercial value, risk reduction, and supplier performance across a global stakeholder base. You will build and execute a 6–12-month category strategy and pipeline, lead complex sourcing and renewals spanning cloud infrastructure/services and cyber … act as the steward of data quality in Ariba so that decisions, reporting, and governance are rock solid. Specific product expertise is a plus, but proven IT procurement and category leadership matter most. You’ll collaborate daily with colleagues in UK/US/France & Mumbai. This role requires a minimum two days per week in London office. The … Role: Category strategy & pipeline: Own the Cloud & InfoSec category plan for 6–12 months: size the opportunity, define value levers (cost, risk, performance), set KPIs, and maintain a visible, prioritized pipeline of sourcing events and renewals aligned to stakeholder and security roadmap goals. Embed ESG/diversity considerations and standardized ways of working that align with Procurement’s More ❯

Title : Interim IT Procurement Manager Sector : Transport Location: Derbyshire/Hybrid (2 days in the office/3 days from home) Sea Global are proud to be working in partnership with a leading organisation at the forefront of the UK Transport sector. With ambitious delivery plans to enhance the railway and improve customer experience they are seeking an Interim … IT Procurement Manager to join their procurement team and drive value across IT spend, while ensuring best practice governance and compliance. Reporting into the Senior Procurement Manager (IT), this role will play a pivotal part in supporting the IT procurement category. This could include projects across Hardware, Software, Telecommunications, Digital, Hosting, Networking, and IT Services. This is a … ad hoc support. Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, providing best practice guidance and knowledge of Procurement Act 2023 regulations. Experience & Requirements Proven experience in IT procurement and category management across multiple spend areas (Hardware, Software, Telecommunications, Digital, Hosting, Networking, and IT Services) Familiarity with public sector procurement regulations (Utilities Contract Regulations 2016 or Procurement Act 2023) Experience More ❯

Stevenage Do you have an interest in digital technology procurement? Do you have prior procurement experience in a technology procurement category? Are you looking for a challenging new role where you can really make a difference? Are you interested in working internationally across different cultures? Are you interested in joining a diverse team that believes in nurturing talent and … subsidised meals, free car parking and much more... The Opportunity: Do you have an interest in digital technology procurement? Do you have prior procurement experience in a technology procurement category? Are you looking for a challenging new role where you can really make a difference? Are you interested in working internationally across different cultures? Are you interested in joining … potential? Welcome to the Digital Procurement team at MBDA! Due to growth within the team, and more widely within MBDA itself, we have an exciting opportunity for two Group Category Managers to join our team. If you have skills in Digital Procurement, or are looking to move into a new role in this area, we would be pleased to More ❯

Stevenage Do you have an interest in digital technology procurement? Do you have prior procurement experience in a technology procurement category? Are you looking for a challenging new role where you can really make a difference? Are you interested in working internationally across different cultures? Are you interested in joining a diverse team that believes in nurturing talent and … subsidised meals, free car parking and much more... The Opportunity: Do you have an interest in digital technology procurement? Do you have prior procurement experience in a technology procurement category? Are you looking for a challenging new role where you can really make a difference? Are you interested in working internationally across different cultures? Are you interested in joining … potential? Welcome to the Digital Procurement team at MBDA! Due to growth within the team, and more widely within MBDA itself, we have an exciting opportunity for two Group Category Managers to join our team. If you have skills in Digital Procurement, or are looking to move into a new role in this area, we would be pleased to More ❯

Bristol Do you have an interest in digital technology procurement? Do you have prior procurement experience in a technology procurement category? Are you looking for a challenging new role where you can really make a difference? Are you interested in working internationally across different cultures? Are you interested in joining a diverse team that believes in nurturing talent and … subsidised meals, free car parking and much more... The Opportunity: Do you have an interest in digital technology procurement? Do you have prior procurement experience in a technology procurement category? Are you looking for a challenging new role where you can really make a difference? Are you interested in working internationally across different cultures? Are you interested in joining … potential? Welcome to the Digital Procurement team at MBDA! Due to growth within the team, and more widely within MBDA itself, we have an exciting opportunity for two Group Category Managers to join our team. If you have skills in Digital Procurement, or are looking to move into a new role in this area, we would be pleased to More ❯

Bolton Do you have an interest in digital technology procurement? Do you have prior procurement experience in a technology procurement category? Are you looking for a challenging new role where you can really make a difference? Are you interested in working internationally across different cultures? Are you interested in joining a diverse team that believes in nurturing talent and … subsidised meals, free car parking and much more... The Opportunity: Do you have an interest in digital technology procurement? Do you have prior procurement experience in a technology procurement category? Are you looking for a challenging new role where you can really make a difference? Are you interested in working internationally across different cultures? Are you interested in joining … potential? Welcome to the Digital Procurement team at MBDA! Due to growth within the team, and more widely within MBDA itself, we have an exciting opportunity for two Group Category Managers to join our team. If you have skills in Digital Procurement, or are looking to move into a new role in this area, we would be pleased to More ❯