Procurement Category Manager - IT

About the role

We are seeking an experienced procurement professional to lead the IT category for a forward‑thinking organisation delivering essential services. The role will shape sourcing strategy, influence senior stakeholders and drive measurable value across a complex supplier landscape.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement IT category and demand strategies aligned to business objectives.
• Lead commercial activities across the sourcing life cycle, delivering value and minimising total cost of ownership.
• Manage end‑to‑end sourcing initiatives, including tenders, negotiations and contract awards.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and suppliers, influencing decision‑making.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives through standardisation, aggregation and reduction of tail spend.
• Manage a portfolio of IT suppliers, ensuring performance, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Ensure procurement activity complies with relevant regulations and statutory requirements.
• Embed health, safety and wellbeing considerations into sourcing and supplier selection processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement practices, tools and governance.

Required profile

• Proven experience in IT category management or strategic sourcing.
• Strong commercial acumen with ability to analyse and present complex data.
• Excellent negotiation, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Track record of delivering cost savings and value outcomes.
• Knowledge of IT supply markets and regulated industry environments.
• Ability to manage multiple work streams in a fast‑paced environment.
• Resilient, self‑starting mindset focused on continuous improvement.
• Experience working with multi‑disciplinary teams and senior stakeholders.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive benefits package.
• Flexible working with 2‑3 days per week in the office.
• Opportunity to influence senior leadership and shape IT procurement strategy.