Group Category Manager Digital Technology
Location: Stevenage
If youre a strategic procurement professional who thrives on shaping technology categories and influencing internationally, this could be the role that finally tempts you to look up from what youre doing now.
Our client are growing, and were looking for a Group Category Manager to help accelerate their digital capability across the UK and Europe. Youll join a respected Digital Procurement team operating at Group level, partnering with colleagues across multiple countries, and helping the business make confident, future-focused buying decisions.
This isnt a back-office procurement role. Its a chance to work where technology, innovation and strategic planning intersect; a place where your expertise will genuinely influence the organisation.
Why consider this? Real influence at Group level, partnering across the UK and Europe A base salary up to £75,000 + bonus (up to 21%), pension (up to 14%) and excellent facilities Hybrid working, typically 23 days on site The freedom to shape category strategy and how the business buys A collaborative, international environment that develops its people
Youll be joining a team recognised for its capability, openness and commitment to developing talent, somewhere youll continue to grow, whether youre already a specialist in digital procurement or looking to broaden your category exposure.
Where youll make an impact Youll lead strategies across one or more major technology categories, developing deep market understanding, shaping long-term procurement roadmaps and building strong internal and supplier relationships.
That means: Creating short, mid and long-term category strategies
Building market and supplier insight to guide decisions
Identifying opportunities, risks and innovation
Mentoring and supporting Buyers on complex projects
Collaborating across borders, cultures and functions
Working with Information Management and wider digital stakeholders to define future needs
If you enjoy working globally, partnering with senior stakeholders and playing a critical role in tech-led transformation, this is your kind of environment.
What youll bring Wed love to speak with you if you are a n experienced Category Manager in any of the following areas: Software
Networks & Telecoms
Cyber
AI / High Performance Computing
Hardware
IT Services (Front/Back Office)
Data Centres & Storage
Or a senior procurement practitioner with the motivation to specialise in these areas
MCIPS is ideal, though not essential; theyre happy to support those working toward it.
If youre curious about where this role might take you, wed be pleased to have an informal conversation. Sometimes the best career moves start with a chat.
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