Senior IT Sourcing Manager – Category & Procurement

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Senior IT Sourcing Manager to lead strategic sourcing and procurement for a critical technology infrastructure portfolio. The role sits at the heart of the organisation, partnering with the CTO and senior technology leaders to deliver commercial value across infrastructure, cloud, connectivity, data centre and network spend.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies for technology infrastructure and cloud services.
• Lead end‑to‑end sourcing projects, from requirement definition through supplier selection and contract award.
• Manage complex RFP, RFQ and tender processes and negotiate high‑value technology contracts.
• Drive cost optimisation, operational improvements and commercial risk management.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic technology suppliers and reseller partners.
• Provide commercial oversight for cloud services and infrastructure agreements.
• Collaborate with Technology, Finance and Legal teams on investment decisions and governance.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of experience in IT procurement, technology sourcing or category management.
• Proven ability to operate at executive level and influence senior stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure, networks, cloud, connectivity and hosting environments.
• Demonstrated success in leading complex technology sourcing projects and negotiations.

Required skills

• Strategic sourcing and category management.
• RFP, RFQ and tender management.
• Contract negotiation and commercial agreement management.
• Supplier relationship and risk management.