IT Procurement Category Manager

2 weeks ago


West Midlands Combined Authority, United Kingdom Bramwith Consulting Full time
Global IT Procurement Transformation Opportunity

This is an exceptional chance for a skilled IT Procurement Specialist to join a leading Financial Services organization in their Global Procurement Transformation journey. The successful candidate will play a key role in elevating the performance and reputation of procurement across all regions, enhancing the organization's status as a best-in-class procurement function.

As part of this transformation, the organization is seeking an IT Procurement Category Manager to oversee a broad range of IT subcategories, with a focus on Infrastructure, Hardware, and Software. This is a unique opportunity to join a team with an excellent culture and be part of a positive and supportive work environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Manage key IT procurement subcategories with spends in the tens of millions across infrastructure, hardware, and software, ensuring compliance with procurement processes and building out procurement strategies aligned with the organization's goals.
  2. Build relationships with senior stakeholders from different business functions across different regions, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
  3. Work closely with experienced professionals in the indirect procurement space, learning from their expertise and contributing to the development of the team.
Requirements:
  1. Proven experience in IT Procurement, either as a standalone category or as an indirect procurement manager, with a focus on infrastructure, hardware, and software.
  2. Global environment experience is beneficial, but not essential, as the organization is open to developing the right candidate.
  3. Excellent soft skills and communication ability, with the ability to interact effectively with senior stakeholders and build credibility through delivery.
  4. Blue-Chip or complex environment experience is beneficial, with a flexible industry background.
  5. Strong academic record, with a degree and CIPS certification, is preferred but not essential.

This is a rare opportunity to join a procurement function with a low turnover of staff, and the organization is committed to developing the right candidate. If you are a skilled IT Procurement Specialist looking for a challenging and rewarding role, please reach out for a non-committal conversation to discuss further.



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