IT Category Manager - Technology & IT Services

About the role

A leading international banking group, following a major UK acquisition, is looking for an IT Category Manager to own its Technology and IT Services spend portfolio. The role sits alongside a wider technology transformation and offers the chance to consolidate suppliers, challenge existing contracts and use greater buying power. It is based in Milton Keynes on a hybrid basis of at least 12 office days per month.

Key responsibilities

• Develop category strategies aligned with technology priorities and global colleagues.
• Lead complex sourcing projects and negotiate commercially robust contracts.
• Identify savings and wider value throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Build stakeholder relationships and influence sourcing decisions.
• Strengthen supplier performance across cost, quality and compliance.
• Support financial planning, forecasting and budget management.

Required profile

• Proven technology or IT services procurement experience within a global organisation.
• Strong negotiation skills and confidence managing complex contracts.
• Commercial judgement combined with financial insight and the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Financial Services or regulated-sector experience is advantageous; CIPS qualification is also advantageous.
• Must be based in the UK and hold current and valid UK Right to Work.

What we offer

• Salary of up to £70,000 plus a £6,000 car allowance and benefits.
• 30 days' holiday plus bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance.