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IT & Digital Category Manager

Leeds Permanent £75,000 - £80,000 per year View Job Description
As an IT & Digital Category Manager in Leeds, you'll play a key role in managing procurement activities within the financial services sector. This role focuses on ensuring effective sourcing and supplier management to support the organisation's IT and digital needs.
  • the chance to join a growing business in Leeds.
  • Help shape the IT category management going forward.

About Our Client

A financial services organisation based in Leeds, that is going on an exciting period of growth within the business. While on this growth plan and backing from the Head of Procurement and other senior stakeholders the client is looking to strengthen its position as an industry leader in terms of its procurement function.

Job Description

What the successful IT & Digital Category Manager will be responsible for:

  • Develop and implement procurement strategies for IT and digital categories.
  • Lead supplier negotiations to secure optimal terms and value for the organisation.
  • Manage vendor relationships to ensure service quality and compliance.
  • Analyse market trends to identify opportunities for cost savings and innovation.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business goals.
  • Monitor supplier performance and address any issues proactively.
  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies and industry regulations.
  • Provide regular reports and insights on procurement activities and outcomes.

The Successful Applicant

A successful IT & Digital Category Manager should have:

  • Experience in procurement within the IT and digital categories.
  • Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
  • Knowledge of the financial services industry.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement procurement strategies.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Analytical skills to assess market trends and supplier performance.
  • Understanding of procurement policies and compliance requirements.

What's on Offer

What the successful IT & Digital Category Manager can expect:

  • Permanent position based in Leeds.
  • Competitive and comprehensive salary dependent on the level of experience you have.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Hybrid working - 2 days on site
  • Bonus package



Contact
Mo Gaibee
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7127617
Phone number
+441132437729

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Indirect Procurement
Sector
Financial Services
Where
Leeds
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Mo Gaibee
Consultant phone
+441132437729
Job reference
JN-102026-7127617