Category Manager (IT Procurement)

Category Manager (IT Procurement) is responsible for sourcing the right suppliers and managing the supply chain ecosystem. The role involves collaborating with senior internal stakeholders and external suppliers to understand the end-to-end opportunities within the category and the impact of commercial decisions on the organization and its customers. The Category Manager will act as a key contact for senior stakeholders to advise on their route to supply, cost drivers, and opportunities.

Requirements

• Proven track record of delivering long-term value within a procurement environment
• Ideally a Degree in procurement, business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience
• Experience in IT Category
• MCIPS certifications are beneficial but not mandatory
• Capability to identify and sustain value gained through negotiation and sourcing
• Ability to build, maintain, and influence partner relationships across the business
• Strategic thinking abilities and the capacity to align category strategy with business needs
• Strong knowledge of navigating market dynamics effectively
• Proficiency in commercial skills and negotiation tactics
• Effective stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in influencing without direct authority
• Competence in managing upward relationships
• Demonstrates enthusiasm, decisiveness, strategic thinking, and proactiveness
• An understanding of the insurance lifecycle would be a genuine plus