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Recruitment Expert; Procurement | Supply Chain | Logistics | Operations | Commercial
Digital Senior Category Manager
Location: Reading (Hybrid)
Salary: £63,000 – £75,000 + £5,800 Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Contract Type: Permanent | Full-time (36 hours per week)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Digital Senior Category Manager to lead the commercial strategy across key digital domains, including Cybersecurity, Networks, and Telecoms. This pivotal role supports the delivery of high-impact digital transformation initiatives, enabling long-term innovation and resilience in a fast-evolving technology landscape.
What you’ll be doing
* Own and execute commercial strategies for cybersecurity, network infrastructure, and software categories.
* Lead commercial support for project delivery contracts, software renewals, and sourcing of new technology solutions.
* Create and deliver category plans aligned with wider strategic goals and digital programme milestones.
* Manage a diverse portfolio of suppliers, driving continuous improvement and long-term value.
* Provide expert guidance to stakeholders on commercial best practices and risk mitigation.
* Actively scan the market to ensure the organisation remains agile, competitive, and informed of innovations.
* Influence at all levels of the organisation to embed commercial excellence and compliance.
What we’re looking for
* Strong background in commercial or procurement roles within digital categories, ideally cybersecurity and/or networks.
* Proven experience influencing senior stakeholders and leading cross-functional initiatives.
* Deep understanding of digital commercial models, supplier landscapes, and emerging technology trends.
* Expertise in end-to-end category management, with the ability to lead multiple high-value projects.
* Exceptional negotiation skills with the confidence to manage contractual risk and drive supplier performance.
* A strategic mindset with the ability to balance long-term value creation with immediate operational needs.
* Experience managing categories with significant commercial value and strategic importance (up to £100m).
What’s in it for you?
* Car Allowance: £5,800 per annum
* Bonus Scheme
* Private Medical Health Care
* Generous Pension: Up to 12% employer contribution
* 26 Days Annual Leave (increasing to 30 with service) + Bank Holidays
* Flexible Hybrid Working
* Access to a wide range of wellbeing and discount benefits
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Purchasing
* Industries
Utilities
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