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IT Category Manager - FTC 9-12m

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Posted 9 days ago, valid for 13 days
Location

Birmingham, West Midlands B27 6QS, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A leading Financial Services organization is seeking an IT Category Manager for their procurement team in Birmingham, offering a hybrid working model.
  • The position is a fixed-term contract lasting 9 to 12 months, with a salary of up to £85,000 plus bonus and benefits.
  • The successful candidate must have at least senior-level experience in IT category management, particularly in software, SaaS, and digital procurement.
  • Experience in the Financial Services sector is essential, along with a proven track record of developing IT category management strategies in large organizations.
  • The role involves partnering with IT & Digital teams, managing suppliers, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Your new companyA leading Financial Services organisation with a network of offices across the UK. They are currently recruiting for an IT Category Manager to join the procurement team. The role is based in Birmingham and offers flexibility for hybrid working. The position is a fixed-term contract for 9 to 12 months. Your new roleThe IT Category Manager will partner with the IT & Digital teams and will be responsible for the development and implementation of the procurement strategy. The role will deliver category management strategies to drive efficiency and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The IT Category Manager will manage suppliers to develop collaborative relationships, drive performance, ensure compliance with all company and legal requirements, and mitigate business risk. The post holder will lead related procurement activities, manage tender programmes, and negotiate and implement contracts. What you'll need to succeedTo be successful, it is essential that you are a senior level IT Category Manager with exposure to software, SaaS, digital and cloud mitigation-based IT procurement processes and initiatives. You will have developed and delivered IT category management strategies within a large and complex organisation. Previous experience with the Financial Services or related sector is essential.

What you'll get in returnYou will receive a salary of up to £85,000 plus bonus, PMI, 28-day holiday (plus bank holidays) and excellent benefits. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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