At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead IT/Indirect procurement and manage contracts with autonomy.
- Company: Major infrastructure/energy investor with a remote-first culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Adaptability is key; sector knowledge can be learned on the job.
- Why this job: Make impactful decisions in a dynamic environment while working independently.
- Qualifications: Experience in IT/Indirect category management or strong IT background.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Are you an IT/Indirect Category Manager who's just as comfortable running standard renewals as you are leading long-term strategic category planning? We're recruiting on behalf of a major infrastructure/energy investor for a Category Manager to own IT and Indirect procurement across a multi-site group. This is a role with real autonomy — low transactional spend, but high business risk — where you'll be trusted to operate independently from day one.
What you'll be doing:
- Owning the full life cycle of IT/Indirect category management — from strategic planning through to day-to-day renewals
- Reviewing and redlining contracts with confidence, escalating to legal only when it genuinely needs it
- Navigating the pitfalls of different IT licensing models and negotiating with challenging suppliers
- Flexing between technical conversations with engineers on-site and strategic updates to senior leadership — sometimes in the same day
- Working across cross-functional stakeholders, including IT and Trading teams
What we're looking for:
- Strong experience in IT/Indirect category management, OR a strong IT background with genuine commercial/contract acumen
- A track record across varied environments — adaptability matters more than tenure in one place
- Confidence in operating with autonomy in a business where priorities can shift fast
- CIPS/degree qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement — we care far more about what you can evidence in practice
- Prior energy/utilities experience not essential. Sector knowledge can be learned; the judgement and independence this role needs cannot.
Remote-first, with travel to the Leeds team expected when required. Occasional travel to London a plus but not essential. Apply to find out more — full details shared on application.
Category Manager - IT employer: Grafton Recruitment
Join a forward-thinking infrastructure and energy investment firm that champions autonomy and innovation in the workplace. As a Category Manager in IT, you'll benefit from a remote-first culture that prioritises flexibility while being part of a dynamic Leeds-based team. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and development, this role offers the chance to make impactful decisions in a supportive environment, ensuring your contributions are valued and recognised.
