Category Buyer - IT & Technology
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid)
Type: Permanent
Salary: Up to 30,000
An established, forward-thinking IT solutions provider is looking for a Category Buyer to take ownership of a key product category and help drive its commercial performance across a digital procurement platform. This hybrid role blends traditional buying responsibilities with a digital-first approach-ideal for someone with a commercial mindset and experience in IT procurement.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and grow a defined IT product category, focusing on digital sales performance.
* Work cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Product Data and Digital teams to maximise visibility and adoption.
* Support vendor onboarding and promote category content through digital campaigns and internal initiatives.
* Build and manage relationships with vendors and distributors.
* Negotiate pricing, rebate terms, and exclusive promotions aligned to digital sales goals.
* Ensure supplier engagement with platform technology and commercial objectives.
* Ensure product listings are accurate, competitive, and optimised for search and conversion.
* Benchmark pricing and review stock availability regularly with support from internal data teams.
* Act as the go-to expert for your category, providing training, pricing support, and insight to sales teams.
* Configure customer-specific catalogues and support project-based sales opportunities.
* Analyse sales data and customer trends to uncover growth opportunities.
* Keep informed on vendor updates, competitor activity, and emerging tech trends.
* Attend industry events and vendor sessions to deepen category knowledge and promote digital capability.
About You
* We're looking for someone who:
* Has 3+ years' experience in IT procurement or category buying
* Understands the IT market and vendor channel structure
* Can negotiate commercial terms and build strong supplier relationships
* Is data-driven, commercially aware, and confident in cross-team collaboration
* Has experience managing a specific product set within a tech-focused business
Benefits
* Hybrid working and modern city centre office with gym, caf and showers
* Electric car salary sacrifice scheme, tech discounts, and life insurance
* Holiday trading, pension scheme, employee assistance programme (EAP)
* Career development in a digital-first, fast-paced environment
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