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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 ❯

Category Lead Manager – IT services Start date: 1st September End date: April 26 Remote working Rate: £450 - £500 p/d (inside IR35) Our client is a leading telecommunications business who specialise in projects across the Highways sector. They currently require the services of a Category Lead Manager to join their team and manage categories of …/L value categories and complex/non-complex categories Responsible for the evaluation of suppliers as part of supplier on-boarding process and implementation of i Procurement strategy category code management in line with Category strategy Responsible for negotiation of flow-down terms for complex agreements Responsible for on-going supplier performance and supplier relationship management throughout … contractual agreements with suppliers that fulfil all business requirements, including any flow-down terms Responsible for maintenance of Approved Supplier List (ASL) including supplier onboarding and evaluation Maintenance of category codes & responsible for creation of i Procurement strategy Responsible for identifying classification of supplier and creation of appropriate business review schedule Support with supplier audits and definition of social More ❯

Category Lead Manager – IT services Start date: 1st September End date: April 26 Remote working Rate: £450 - £500 p/d (inside IR35) Our client is a leading telecommunications business who specialise in projects across the Highways sector. They currently require the services of a Category Lead Manager to join their team and manage categories of …/L value categories and complex/non-complex categories Responsible for the evaluation of suppliers as part of supplier on-boarding process and implementation of i Procurement strategy category code management in line with Category strategy Responsible for negotiation of flow-down terms for complex agreements Responsible for on-going supplier performance and supplier relationship management throughout … contractual agreements with suppliers that fulfil all business requirements, including any flow-down terms Responsible for maintenance of Approved Supplier List (ASL) including supplier onboarding and evaluation Maintenance of category codes & responsible for creation of i Procurement strategy Responsible for identifying classification of supplier and creation of appropriate business review schedule Support with supplier audits and definition of social More ❯

What's the role? As Category Manager, 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 ❯

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 ❯

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 ❯

Procurement Heads have partnered with one of the UK's leading accountancy and business advisory firms as they scale up their Procurement Team. As IT Category Manager you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of IT procurement and your expertise will directly impact business performance and innovation. Role & Responsibilities Lead strategic sourcing for all … cloud services, and professional services Collaborate with stakeholders across Audit, Tax, Consulting, and internal departments (IT, HR, Finance, etc.) to align procurement strategies with business goals Develop and maintain category plans and vendor engagement strategies Drive cost-effective negotiations and ensure compliance with procurement policies and vendor management frameworks Manage vendor relationships, performance evaluations, and support strategic supplier onboarding … Champion ESG targets and commercial priorities within category management plans Act as a trusted advisor and escalation point for supplier issues, ensuring timely resolution and continuous improvement Skills & Experience 3+ years of experience in IT category management or a similar role with a strong performance track record Deep understanding of procurement processes, RFPs, SLAs, and commercial models Strong More ❯

Procurement Heads have partnered with one of the UK's leading accountancy and business advisory firms as they scale up their Procurement Team. As IT Category Manager you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of IT procurement and your expertise will directly impact business performance and innovation. Role & Responsibilities Lead strategic sourcing for all … cloud services, and professional services Collaborate with stakeholders across Audit, Tax, Consulting, and internal departments (IT, HR, Finance, etc.) to align procurement strategies with business goals Develop and maintain category plans and vendor engagement strategies Drive cost-effective negotiations and ensure compliance with procurement policies and vendor management frameworks Manage vendor relationships, performance evaluations, and support strategic supplier onboarding … Champion ESG targets and commercial priorities within category management plans Act as a trusted advisor and escalation point for supplier issues, ensuring timely resolution and continuous improvement Skills & Experience 3+ years of experience in IT category management or a similar role with a strong performance track record Deep understanding of procurement processes, RFPs, SLAs, and commercial models Strong More ❯

Procurement Heads have partnered with one of the UK's leading accountancy and business advisory firms as they scale up their Procurement Team. As IT Category Manager you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of IT procurement and your expertise will directly impact business performance and innovation. Role & Responsibilities Lead strategic sourcing for all … cloud services, and professional services Collaborate with stakeholders across Audit, Tax, Consulting, and internal departments (IT, HR, Finance, etc.) to align procurement strategies with business goals Develop and maintain category plans and vendor engagement strategies Drive cost-effective negotiations and ensure compliance with procurement policies and vendor management frameworks Manage vendor relationships, performance evaluations, and support strategic supplier onboarding … Champion ESG targets and commercial priorities within category management plans Act as a trusted advisor and escalation point for supplier issues, ensuring timely resolution and continuous improvement Skills & Experience 3+ years of experience in IT category management or a similar role with a strong performance track record Deep understanding of procurement processes, RFPs, SLAs, and commercial models Strong More ❯

Procurement Heads have partnered with one of the UK's leading accountancy and business advisory firms as they scale up their Procurement Team. As IT Category Manager you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of IT procurement and your expertise will directly impact business performance and innovation. Role & Responsibilities Lead strategic sourcing for all … cloud services, and professional services Collaborate with stakeholders across Audit, Tax, Consulting, and internal departments (IT, HR, Finance, etc.) to align procurement strategies with business goals Develop and maintain category plans and vendor engagement strategies Drive cost-effective negotiations and ensure compliance with procurement policies and vendor management frameworks Manage vendor relationships, performance evaluations, and support strategic supplier onboarding … Champion ESG targets and commercial priorities within category management plans Act as a trusted advisor and escalation point for supplier issues, ensuring timely resolution and continuous improvement Skills & Experience 3+ years of experience in IT category management or a similar role with a strong performance track record Deep understanding of procurement processes, RFPs, SLAs, and commercial models Strong More ❯

Procurement Heads have partnered with one of the UK's leading accountancy and business advisory firms as they scale up their Procurement Team. As IT Category Manager you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of IT procurement and your expertise will directly impact business performance and innovation. Role & Responsibilities Lead strategic sourcing for all … cloud services, and professional services Collaborate with stakeholders across Audit, Tax, Consulting, and internal departments (IT, HR, Finance, etc.) to align procurement strategies with business goals Develop and maintain category plans and vendor engagement strategies Drive cost-effective negotiations and ensure compliance with procurement policies and vendor management frameworks Manage vendor relationships, performance evaluations, and support strategic supplier onboarding … Champion ESG targets and commercial priorities within category management plans Act as a trusted advisor and escalation point for supplier issues, ensuring timely resolution and continuous improvement Skills & Experience 3+ years of experience in IT category management or a similar role with a strong performance track record Deep understanding of procurement processes, RFPs, SLAs, and commercial models Strong 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 ❯

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 ❯

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 ❯

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 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, telecoms … paced environment with ambitious digital goals Significant investment in digital transformation Collaborative, commercially focused procurement team Quick promotion opportunities available High-impact, high-visibility role reporting to Head of Category Management – Digital The Role: Source IT services across cyber, telecoms, networks and infrastructure Manage complex supplier negotiations up to £100m Drive strategic procurement in support of digital transformation goals … Collaborate with senior digital stakeholders to deliver innovation and value Contribute to cost savings and risk mitigation across the category About You: Experience in sourcing IT services (cyber is a key focus) Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills Resilient and confident under pressure Eager to learn and grow in a transformation-led environment Experience in utilities or public sector 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 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, telecoms … paced environment with ambitious digital goals Significant investment in digital transformation Collaborative, commercially focused procurement team Quick promotion opportunities available High-impact, high-visibility role reporting to Head of Category Management – Digital The Role: Source IT services across cyber, telecoms, networks and infrastructure Manage complex supplier negotiations up to £100m Drive strategic procurement in support of digital transformation goals … Collaborate with senior digital stakeholders to deliver innovation and value Contribute to cost savings and risk mitigation across the category About You: Experience in sourcing IT services (cyber is a key focus) Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills Resilient and confident under pressure Eager to learn and grow in a transformation-led environment Experience in utilities or public sector More ❯

professionals to support the firm to continue to deliver value across its third party spend. An exciting new role has now been created to lead the Professional Services spend category where there is an opportunity for the successful individual to deliver tangible value through the delivery of cost savings, process efficiencies and thought leadership. The key areas of professional … focused on consulting services (both IT & non-IT), audit services & Legal services across a global spend footprint. Responsibilities Opportunity Assessment Develop a detailed strategy for each professional services sub-category spend area. Identifying clear roles and responsibilities, timelines and potential business outcomes that will deliver clear value to the firm. Stakeholder Engagement & Management Build a comprehensive stakeholder map and … and technological developments. Build an ongoing roadmap and pipeline of activities identifying further opportunities for continuous improvement and value creation. Skills and Experience Proven experience in managing a procurement category within a global firm, ideally for a minimum period of 3 years with a focus on the professional services area. Demonstrable track record of delivering significant firm value from More ❯