🚀 We're Hiring: IT Category Manager | Leeds | Hybrid
Are you a procurement professional with a passion for IT ? We’re working with a leading organisation in the energy and infrastructure sector to find a talented IT Category Manager to join their dynamic team based in Leeds.
đź“Ť Location: Thorpe Park, Leeds (Hybrid working)
đź“… Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
đź’Ľ Sector: Energy / Infrastructure / Engineering
đź’°Salary: Circa ÂŁ60,000 based on experience.
🔍 About the Role:
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering value across IT and indirect procurement categories. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure optimal value, compliance, and risk management across third-party contracts.
🛠️ Key Responsibilities:
* Lead sourcing and procurement of IT and indirect services, ensuring value for money and quality.
* Manage end-to-end procurement processes including tendering, negotiation, and contract management.
* Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements across the portfolio.
* Build and maintain strong supplier and stakeholder relationships.
* Ensure compliance with procurement policies, HSEQ standards, and information security protocols.
✅ What We’re Looking For:
* Proven experience in IT procurement
* Strong commercial acumen and contract negotiation skills.
* Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and project management abilities.
* CIPS Level 4 (minimum), working towards Level 6.
* Experience with SAP and e-tendering systems is a plus.