At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic sourcing and category strategies in a tech-driven environment.
- Company: Join Santander, a global brand transforming into a technology-focused organisation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous holiday, private medical insurance, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with global growth opportunities and a commitment to inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a dynamic role that drives innovation and value.
- Qualifications: Experience in technology sourcing and strong negotiation skills required.
Technology Category & Sourcing Manager
Country: United Kingdom
IT STARTS HERE Santander (www.santander.com) is evolving from a global, high-impact brand into a technology-driven organisation, and our people are at the heart of this journey. Together, we are driving a customer‑centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what’s possible.
Our mission is to help more people and businesses prosper. We embrace a strong risk culture and expect all professionals to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.
Santander UK relies on third‑party partners. We are undertaking a multi-year transformation focused on creating a platform to drive significant incremental value through a new operating model that maximises the potential of our supplier ecosystem via connection and delivery of the right external expertise to meet future demands while complying with regulation and our risk appetite.
Responsibilities
- Build multi‑year sourcing and category strategies aligned with global colleagues and technology strategy using market data and industry trends
- Lead and execute complex and strategic sourcing activity
- Drive cost and business benefits aligned to procurement and business targets
- Translate business strategy into actionable sourcing and category plans
- Identify value through contract lifecycle management
- Support stakeholder engagement across the organisation
- Ensure supplier performance meets expectations in quality, compliance and cost
- Contribute to financial planning, forecasting and budget management
Professional Experience
- Proven track record in technology and IT services category management and sourcing within a global procurement organisation
- Experience managing complex contracts and sourcing activity
- Experience contributing to financial planning and budget management
- Experience within financial services or regulated environments (preferred)
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Procurement or related discipline (preferred)
- Professional procurement qualification e.g. CIPS (preferred)
Languages
- English (required)
Hard Skills
- Strong commercial and negotiation skills
- Cost analysis and financial insight capability
- Knowledge of procurement systems and processes (preferred)
Soft Skills
- Stakeholder management and influencing skills
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Problem‑solving and analytical thinking
Salary & Benefits
Salary Range: £53,500.00 – £70,250.00 per annum (depending on experience). Annual salary is based on a standard 35‑hour working week. Actual salary offered will depend on skills, experience, qualifications and location.
- 30 days' holiday plus bank holidays, which increases to 31 days after 5 years service, with the option to purchase up to 5 contractual days per year
- £6,000 car allowance per year
- Company‑funded individual private medical insurance
- Protection for you and your family, with company‑funded death‑in‑service benefit and income protection insurance, and the option to take advantage of discounted rates for additional life assurance and critical illness cover
- Share in Santander’s success by saving or investing in our share plans
- Access to Santander employee products such as Edge Current Accounts and Credit Cards with no fees, and other discounts
- Competitive rewards that reflect the real impact you make and the value you bring
- Wellbeing support including access to a suite of apps, discounted gym and fitness access, weekly online classes, flexible healthcare and mental health support
- Support for every life stage: enhanced family leave, childcare options and tailored wellbeing support
- Volunteering opportunities to give back to communities
- Global growth opportunities to shape your career, learn new skills and explore our international network
Equal Opportunity Statement
At Santander, we’re proud to be an inclusive organisation that provides equal opportunities for everyone – regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion or sexual orientation. We’re committed to creating a recruitment experience that’s accessible, fair and welcoming for all candidates. We want our people to thrive – at work and at home – while delivering the best outcomes for our customers and supporting each other to grow.
Working Pattern
Roles are site‑based with a hybrid working pattern. Colleagues are expected to attend the office at least 12 days per month (pro‑rata for part‑time roles). When applying, please consider travel distance, time and cost to your chosen office location(s).
Right to Work
All candidates must have the right to work in the UK to commence employment with Santander.
