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**PROCUREMENT IT CATEGORY MANAGER** Midlands / Flexible location | £65,000 - £70,000 + Car + Benefits This company is a leader in its field and have undergone a significant period of growth in recent years. The Procurement IT Category Manager is a brand new role offering an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to develop and implement comprehensive category strategies for IT procurement, managing a significant IT spend of £17 million. This position is ideal for an individual looking to make a difference in a dynamic, evolving environment.**Responsibilities Include** - Develop and implement strategic procurement plans for all IT categories, including mobile telephony, hardware, software, cloud services, and network infrastructure. - Oversee the full procurement lifecycle, ensuring compliance with internal policies and legal requirements. - Conduct comprehensive spend analysis to identify opportunities for cost reductions and process improvements. - Collaborate in the annual budget process, providing accurate spend forecasts and identifying market trends. - Lead cross-functional teams to deliver procurement initiatives that align with business needs and IT infrastructure requirements. **Skills and Attributes** - Proven track record in a Procurement Category Management role with 3-5 years of experience in a related industry. - Previous IT category management experience, particularly in telecoms and mobiles. - Highly effective negotiator with strong interpersonal and communication skills. - Ability to perform under pressure and manage change effectively. - Experience working with Microsoft products would be a distinct advantage. **Benefits** - Opportunity to manage a substantial IT procurement budget of £17 million. - Flexible working arrangements, including a hybrid model with time spent at various sites and working from home. - A supportive company culture that values sustainability and ethical sourcing. - Professional development opportunities to enhance skills and career progression. - Engaging work environment with a focus on collaboration and innovation. If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Procurement IT Category Manager, please submit your CV Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
