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Category Manager - IT
Job Posted: 19 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
This role involves overseeing IT category management within the procurement and supply chain department for a leading industrial and manufacturing business. The Category Manager will be pivotal in driving cost-effective strategies and ensuring supplier performance aligns with business goals.
Client Details
The company is a reputable and well-established organisation within the manufacturing sector. Operating as a medium-sized enterprise, it is committed to delivering high-quality products and services to its clients while fostering innovation and operational excellence
Description
As the IT Category Lead you will be;
Responsibility for all of the IT category, as well as the development and delivery of the relevant Subcategory Strategies.
Implement as well as manage supplier relationships as an effective and efficient process, ensuring compliance with all policies, minimum standards and governance/risk mechanisms.
To ensure that all supplier agreements are effectively implemented by the Managers within the category team.
Engaging with Stakeholders to develop the most relevant product/service specifications
Designing and deploying category and sourcing strategies that align to the business and divisional strategies and requirements
Delivering sustainable competitive through the effective sourcing and spend management of the within the categories. Approx. spend 20mill
Promote and communicate the value of the Indirect Procurement function across the business UK and internationally
Responsible for leading cross-functional teams of operational stakeholders, sourcing and commercial managementProfile
A successful Category Manager should have:
A proven track record in managing end-to-end procurement's including sourcing and supplier management
Ability to manage an IT Procurement Category/ Subcategories HW/ SW, networks and outsourcing,
Previously led the IT category for an organization on a national and international basis
5+ year's experience with ability to advisor senior management on all procurement / contract/ supply chain matters
Strong background in building and executing long-term category and subcategory strategies aligned to overall business objectives.
Demonstrated success in implementing and managing Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) processes, including structured supplier performance reviews and governance frameworks.
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage and gain commitment from diverse business functions and senior leadership.
Solid understanding of contract review and negotiation, ensuring alignment with business strategies and risk mitigation requirements.
Strong analytical skills, with experience using e-sourcing platforms and spend/savings analytics tools.
Job Offer
A competitive salary + bonus
opportunity to develop within the organisation Generous holiday leave and a supportive work environment.
Opportunities for professional growth and development within the industrial and manufacturing industry.If you are an experienced Category Manager (IT) looking to make an impact in the procurement and supply chain field, we encourage you to apply today!
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