Job Description
IT Category Manager – Procurement
Location: Derby (Hybrid – 3 days office, 2 days home)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £41,800 – £52,250 (Depending on Experience)
Are you a performance-driven procurement professional with a track record of delivering cost savings, driving efficiency, and maximising value in procurement?
The Role:
As an IT Category Manager, you will be responsible for managing IT procurement, including hardware, software, telecommunications, hosting, networking, and professional services. You will lead tendering processes, negotiate contracts, and ensure maximum value is delivered. Working closely with key stakeholders across multiple business functions, you will provide strategic procurement support while ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Develop procurement strategies for sourcing and implementing third-party interactions in line with procurement policies
2. Lead supplier selection and competitive tendering processes
3. Create and manage contractual agreements to ensure commercial value
4. Advise stakeholders on best practices to optimise cost and quality
5. Approve purchase orders and ensure compliance with financial procedures
6. Oversee supplier performance and contract manage...