Technology Category Manager

13 hours ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom OneAdvanced Full time

About OneAdvanced: A leading provider of business software, serving over 20,000 customers globally. Our mission is to power the world of work, supported by talented team members.

The Senior IT Category Manager role will play a pivotal part in advancing our software procurement capabilities and transforming operations to drive EBITDA improvement. This hands-on, dynamic position requires a strategic professional with expertise in technology and procurement.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute category strategies within our technology organization.
  • Provide high-value procurement consultation aligned with business needs.
  • Negotiate large, complex IT contracts.
  • Implement market insights and industry best practices to realize cost savings and efficiency gains.

Salary Range: £80,000 - £110,000 per annum.

Requirements:

  • Tech Expertise: Strong understanding of Cloud, DevOps, AI applications, Cybersecurity.
  • Procurement Experience: Solid grasp of procurement processes, commercial/legal principles, financial management.
  • Leadership Skills: Ability to influence stakeholders, drive change, foster collaboration.

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