Procurement Category Manager
3 weeks ago
Procurement Category Manager – Technology | Reading (Hybrid: 3 days per week onsite) Talent Drive are delighted to be partnering with a household-name retail brand to appoint a Category Manager – Technology, joining the business at a pivotal point in their large-scale transformation journey. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver the IT category strategy within a forward-thinking procurement function with direct access to the CIO and wider leadership team. Key responsibilities of the role: Develop and execute strategic category management plans to maximise spend under management and drive measurable value. Lead the creation and implementation of sourcing and negotiation strategies that align with business objectives and market dynamics. Build and deliver a comprehensive, multi-year category plan covering software, hardware, telecoms, and professional services. Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and sustainability beyond cost — influencing how technology procurement adds strategic value. Act as a change leader, embedding new systems, tools, and ways of working across the procurement and technology functions. To be successful, you’ll bring: Proven experience developing and executing category strategies in large, complex organisations. Strong knowledge of technology markets — including software (SaaS, on-prem), hardware (infrastructure and end-user devices), telecoms, and IT professional services. A track record of leading complex, high-value negotiations that deliver sustainable value and commercial advantage. Evidence of driving cost savings and broader value creation through strategic sourcing. Experience working in retail or within a major transformation programme is advantageous. This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior procurement role with direct influence over technology strategy — partnering with C-suite stakeholders and shaping the future of procurement excellence within a major retail organisation.
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Procurement Category Manager
1 week ago
Reading, United Kingdom Butler Ross Full timeAn opportunity has arisen for an experienced Procurement Category Manager to join a leading organisation, to support the development and implementation of the IT Category Strategy. **Role Responsibilities of the Procurement Category Manager;** - Lead sourcing activities and manage RFQ's, RFI's and RFP's - Develop and implement category plans - Monitor and...
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Procurement Category Manager
6 days ago
Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Talent Drive | B Corp™ Full time £80,000 - £95,000 per yearProcurement Category Manager – Technology | Reading (Hybrid: 3 days per week onsite)£80,000 – £95,000 + excellent benefitsTalent Drive are delighted to be partnering with a household-name retail brand to appoint a Category Manager – Technology, joining the business at a pivotal point in their large-scale transformation journey.This is an exciting...
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Procurement Category Manager
1 day ago
Reading, United Kingdom Pod Talent Full timeCATEGORY MANAGER - INDIRECT CATEGORIES (IT/MARKETING/FM) - READING/ LONDON/ FLEX - £40,000 - £50,000 + BONUS + CAR + PACKAGE Pod Talent are excited to partner with a renowned catering and hospitality brand, who have secured some of the most prestigious contracts across the UK & Ireland. Their expertise spans across event catering, workplace cafés and...
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Procurement Category Manager
4 weeks ago
Reading, United Kingdom Talent Drive | B Corp Full timeProcurement Category Manager – Technology | Reading (Hybrid: 3 days per week onsite)Talent Drive are delighted to be partnering with a household-name retail brand to appoint a Category Manager – Technology, joining the business at a pivotal point in their large-scale transformation journey.This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver the IT...
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Procurement Category Manager
5 days ago
Reading, United Kingdom Talent Drive | B Corp™ Full timeProcurement Category Manager – Technology | Reading (Hybrid: 3 days per week onsite)Talent Drive are delighted to be partnering with a household-name retail brand to appoint a Category Manager – Technology, joining the business at a pivotal point in their large-scale transformation journey.This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver the IT...
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Procurement Category Manager
1 day ago
Reading, United Kingdom Talent Drive | B Corp Full timeProcurement Category Manager – Technology | Reading (Hybrid : 3 days per week onsite)Talent Drive are delighted to be partnering with a household-name retail brand to appoint a Category Manager – Technology, joining the business at a pivotal point in their large-scale transformation journey.This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver the IT...
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Procurement Category Manager
3 days ago
Reading, United Kingdom Talent Drive | B Corp™ Full timeProcurement Category Manager – Technology Reading (Hybrid: 3 days per week onsite) Talent Drive are delighted to be partnering with a household‑name retail brand to appoint a Category Manager – Technology, joining the business at a pivotal point in their large‑scale transformation journey. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver the IT...
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Procurement Category Manager
3 days ago
Reading, United Kingdom Talent Drive | B Corp Full timeJob DescriptionProcurement Category Manager – Technology | Reading (Hybrid: 3 days per week onsite)Talent Drive are delighted to be partnering with a household-name retail brand to appoint a Category Manager – Technology, joining the business at a pivotal point in their large-scale transformation journey.This is an exciting opportunity to shape and...
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Interim Procurement Category Manager
1 day ago
Reading, United Kingdom Elite Search Solutions Full timeProcurement Category Manager – Sustainability / Management Consultancy 15+ years experience 6‑12 month contract role Hybrid position – 3 days per week in Reading office Our client is a leading brand operating in the catering and hospitality sector who requires a Procurement Category Manager on an initial contract basis. This role will manage and own...
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Procurement Category Manager
4 weeks ago
Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom Talent Drive | B Corp™ Full timeProcurement Category Manager – Technology | Reading (Hybrid: 3 days per week onsite) Talent Drive are delighted to be partnering with a household-name retail brand to appoint a Category Manager – Technology, joining the business at a pivotal point in their large-scale transformation journey. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver the IT...
