IT Category Manager

OverviewWere Kingfisher A team made up of over 74000 passionate people who bring Kingfisher - and all our other brands: B&Q Screwfix Brico Depot Castorama and Koctas - to life. Thats right were big but we have ambitions to become even bigger and even better. We want to become the leading home improvement company and grow the largest community of home improvers in the world. And thats where you come in.At Kingfisher our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We want to ensure that all colleagues future colleagues and applicants to Kingfisher are treated equally regardless of age gender marital or civil partnership status colour ethnic or national origin culture religious belief philosophical belief political opinion disability gender identity gender expression or sexual orientation.We are open to flexible and agile working both of hours and location. Therefore we offer colleagues a blend of working from home and our offices located in London Southampton & Yeovil. Talk to us about how we can best support youAs an IT Category Manager you will be accountable for the delivery of Commercial excellence responsive to customers needs and evolving demands. Includes strategy development procurement and vendor management.Creation and execution of IT sourcing strategy in support of Group/Banner Technology strategy and objectives. Whats the job Sourcing strategy development- Leading role in the IT sourcing strategy development process to take account of changes in Business and IT Strategy new technologies market solutions and delivery mechanisms and vendor strategies.- Gains agreement to and implements sourcing strategy for designated IT Categories. Category management of designated IT categories- Expert for nominated category. Becomes go-to person for advice on market and sourcing trends. Develops deep understanding of category.- Development and implementation of category plan ensuring alignment and consistency with the Kingfisher Group tech and local banner strategies- Lead evaluation and decision process for supplier selection in accordance with company policies and procedures. - Ensure Group scale is leveraged through close communication with wider Procurement team IT and business stakeholders across Kingfisher. - Negotiate contract renewals and lead RFP processes- Identify cost reduction opportunities. Coordinate plan & execute internal and external benchmarks- Build strong relationships with IT and business stakeholders to ensure that demand is effectively understood procurement plans are bought into and stakeholders have the procurement information they need to support effective decision making.- Framework Agreements in place and up to date with designated HW SW and services suppliers Vendor Management of designated strategic vendors- Management of nominated vendors in accordance with the Vendor Relationship Management (VRM) governance process- Lead joint account planning with vendor and internal stakeholders to identify areas of potential value growth and lead delivery of agreed opportunities. - Ensure commercial and contract performance.- Support the resolution of issues and manage escalations.Knowledge/Skills/Experience Required Experienced category manager including experience of IT procurement Can demonstrate contribution to Procurement Thought leadership and Best Practice in similar organisations Good coaching and inter-personal skills the role involves exerting influence as well as direct control Evidence of managing a category internationally across multiple banners Strong stakeholder management skills. Able to develop and maintain effective working relationships based on personal credibility with senior IT and business colleagues Team Player excellent listener and communicator. Excellent planning and organizational skills Strong Negotiation Skills Contract literate: Able to lead contracting process and understand what is required in a contractWhat youll bringBe Customer Focusedconstantly improving our customers experienceI listen to my customersI use available data to help make decisionsBe Human acting with humanity and careI do the right thingI am respectfulBe Curious thrive on learning thinking beyond the obviousI build and share new ideasI try new things and share my learningsBe Agile working with trust pace and agilityI have courage to be creativeDone is better than perfect I aim for 80/20Be Inclusive acting inclusively in diverse teams to work togetherI embrace allyshipI have self-awareness and a desire to learnBe Accountable championing the plan to deliver results and growthI own my actionsI understand the Kingfisher plan and how it relates to my roleAt Kingfisher we value the perspectives that any new team members bring and we want to hear from you. We encourage you to apply for one of our roles even if you do not feel you meet 100% of the requirements.In return we offer an inclusive environment where what you can achieve is limited only by your imagination We encourage new ideas actively support experimentation and strive to build an environment where everyone can be their best self. Find out more about Diversity & Inclusion at KingfisherhereWe also offer a competitive benefits package and plenty of opportunities to stretch and grow your career.Interested Great apply now and help us to Power the Possible.#LI-BN1Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Abinitio,Aerospace Engineering,Corporate Relationship,Business Administration,Financial Reporting,Avionics Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1