At a Glance
- Tasks: Own UK and global IT spend, develop strategic category plans, and lead supplier negotiations.
- Company: Major global organisation transforming its procurement function.
- Benefits: Up to £65,000 salary, car allowance, and excellent benefits.
- Other info: No prior people-management experience required; great support for career growth.
- Why this job: Accelerate your career with global exposure and the chance to shape IT procurement.
- Qualifications: Ambitious procurement professional with strategic sourcing and negotiation skills.
The predicted salary is between 56250 - 68750 £ per year.
I’m partnering with a major global organisation that is investing heavily in its procurement function and embarking on an exciting period of transformation. They are looking for a high-potential, ambitious IT procurement professional who is ready to step into a Category Manager position and accelerate their career.
This is a particularly exciting opportunity because the successful candidate will report directly to the Head of IT Procurement, gaining excellent exposure and development while taking ownership of a broad portfolio of UK and global technology spend. A significant proportion of the global remit is greenfield, providing the opportunity to build category strategies, challenge the status quo and genuinely shape how Technology Procurement operates internationally.
The opportunity:
- Take ownership of UK and global IT spend
- Work across the full spectrum of IT categories, including Software, SaaS, Hardware, Cloud, Infrastructure, Telecoms and IT Services
- Develop and implement strategic category plans across both established and greenfield spend
- Lead complex strategic sourcing, tendering and supplier negotiations
- Work with senior technology stakeholders across the UK and internationally
- Identify significant savings, commercial improvements and supplier opportunities
- Help shape the future direction of the global IT procurement function
- Manage and develop a Buyer within the team
Importantly, previous people-management experience is NOT required. This could be an excellent first opportunity to gain management responsibility while being supported by an experienced procurement leader.
Who we're looking for:
- An ambitious procurement professional looking for genuine career progression
- Strong strategic sourcing and category management fundamentals
- Experience across IT / Technology procurement
- Exposure to multiple IT subcategories would be advantageous
- Strong commercial and negotiation skills
- Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders
- Someone proactive, driven and comfortable operating in a transformation environment
You could currently be a Senior Buyer, Procurement Manager, Category Specialist or Category Manager looking for a bigger remit.
Package: Up to £65,000 + car allowance + excellent benefits
Location: Newcastle, Edinburgh or Glasgow
For someone looking to accelerate their career in Technology Procurement, this offers a rare combination of global exposure, greenfield category development, direct access to the Head of IT Procurement and the opportunity to gain people-management experience.
Send your CV to g.sivarajah@bramwith.com for a confidential discussion.
IT Category Manager employer: Bramwith Consulting
Bramwith Consulting is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of London. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide ample opportunities for professional development and mentorship, ensuring that our team members thrive in their careers while making a meaningful impact on global procurement strategies.
