At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead procurement for tech, HR, and professional services while managing supplier relationships.
- Company: Global specialist manufacturing business with a focus on technology.
- Benefits: 18-month FTC with potential for extension, hybrid work model, and career growth.
- Other info: Immediate availability required; dynamic role in Central London.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a tech-driven environment and shape procurement strategies.
- Qualifications: Experience in technology category management and strong stakeholder management skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
A global specialist manufacturing business is hiring a Category Manager to lead procurement across Technology, HR and Professional Services spend. This is an 18-month fixed-term contract with a strong likelihood of extension or permanent conversion for the right person.
You will own category strategy and supplier management across a genuinely varied spend base, including IT hardware, software and services, HR systems and providers, and professional/consulting services. The emphasis is firmly on technology: this business needs someone who understands software licensing models, SaaS contracts, IT vendor risk and digital procurement, not a generalist indirect buyer picking up tech as one category among many.
- Leading category strategy and supplier negotiations across Tech, HR and Professional Services
- Managing contract renewals, licensing structures and commercial terms with technology vendors
- Building supplier relationships that balance cost, risk and service delivery
- Partnering with IT, HR and business stakeholders to align procurement activity with wider transformation priorities
A procurement background with demonstrable depth in technology category management (software, SaaS, IT services, licensing) is required. Strong stakeholder management skills are essential, as this role sits close to IT and HR leadership.
Contract: 18 months FTC, with a genuine path to extension or permanency.
Location: Central London, 2–3 days per week in office.
Immediate availability is a MUST.
