Technology Category Manager

About the role

Reed Procurement is partnering with a leading consumer‑facing media organisation that delivers digital, print, audio and live experiences to millions each month. As a Technology Category Manager you will be highly visible within a fast‑moving environment, shaping supplier strategy and driving commercial value across critical technology and broadcasting spend.

Key responsibilities

• Lead procurement activity across technology and broadcasting suppliers.
• Manage end‑to‑end sourcing programmes, from spend analysis through negotiation to contract award.
• Deliver measurable cost savings and cost avoidance for assigned categories.
• Partner with Technology, Digital, MarTech and Editorial stakeholders.
• Ensure robust supplier due diligence in collaboration with legal, finance, cyber security and data protection teams.
• Support governance, reporting and procurement best practice.
• Contribute to cross‑entity and global procurement initiatives.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders.

Required profile

• Commercially minded procurement professional thriving in a fast‑moving, delivery‑focused environment.
• Strong experience in technology procurement (software and professional services).
• Proven success delivering end‑to‑end sourcing programmes.
• Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Experience with spend analysis, market benchmarking and business case development.
• Solid understanding of supplier contracts and commercial frameworks.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship‑building abilities.
• Proactive, self‑starting mindset with ability to work independently.
• CIPS Level 4 qualification or above.

Required skills

What we offer

• Hybrid working model in Central London.
• Salary of £70,000 per year plus bonus.
• Opportunity to influence technology spend in a high‑profile media organisation.