IT Category Manager

<p><strong>Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading London based client to recruit for a IT Category Manager.</strong></p><p></p><p><strong>Purpose of role:</strong></p><p>You will develop and execute category strategies, lead complex sourcing projects, negotiate major contracts, and build strong supplier relationships - all while working closely with senior stakeholders across Technology and Operations.</p><p></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and manage the IT Category</li><li>Conduct spend analysis and develop opportunities across the category</li><li>Lead end to end sourcing process</li><li>Lead commercial negotiations across the category</li><li>Manage supplier relationships</li><li>Management of internal stakeholders</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Skills and experience required:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven category management within IT</li><li>A strong track record of delivering measurable savings</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills</li><li>Strong stakeholder management experience</li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><em><strong>51555DH</strong></em></p><p><em><strong>INDPRO</strong></em></p><p><em>The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.</em></p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?G5Q9wNewzuMlOC%2bNOBXPpvJRx3hxx%2bunm" width="0" height="0" />