Global Procurement Category Leader – Technology Sector

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Gibbs Hybrid Full time

Global Procurement Category Leader – Technology Sector

Gibbs Hybrid is seeking a Global Procurement Category Leader specializing in Technology Procurement, Cyber Security, and Global Risk & Compliance sectors. This role entails full accountability for sourcing and contract management within designated technical categories. Key responsibilities include the execution of category strategies, negotiation of master/service/product agreements, and management of supplier relationships that extend beyond the enterprise Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) framework for these categories. Ensuring suppliers meet performance, quality, and financial expectations is paramount.

This position encompasses a global scope, enhancing trust with existing and prospective suppliers to explore innovative commercial and contractual solutions aimed at improving cost model transparency, from project budgeting to completion.

- Lead the development and execution of procurement category strategies for the Cyber Security Office and Global Risk & Compliance sectors, ensuring alignment with business needs across supply assurance, quality, service, cost, and innovation.

- Negotiate supplier contracts that secure advantageous terms in accordance with established business requirements.

- Oversee contract planning, negotiation, execution, interpretation, and maintenance; manage and monitor ongoing negotiations with third-party vendors.

- Spearhead and implement critical projects that drive savings or mitigate risks.

- Direct Supplier Relationship Management for key strategic vendors within spend categories.

Essential Qualifications:

  • Extensive experience in global technical category management
  • Proven track record in sourcing Cyber Security and Risk Management solutions, applications, and related services
  • Strong background in technology and procurement
  • Expertise in strategy development and implementation
  • Effective business partnering skills
  • Proficient stakeholder management and global leadership capabilities
  • Ability to align sourcing strategies with business objectives

Experience working across diverse countries necessitating high cultural sensitivity.

Competence in supplier management and performance evaluation.

Demonstrated ability to influence strategy and manage across various markets.

Strong leadership and communication skills.

Solid understanding of procurement tools and skillsets, including sourcing, quotation analysis, contract negotiation, supplier evaluation, and supplier development.

Ability to inspire and motivate colleagues while fostering collaborative partnerships to drive, implement, and support change initiatives.



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