At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic sourcing strategies and manage ICT procurement frameworks.
- Company: Dynamic public sector client in the charity and not-for-profit sector.
- Benefits: Opportunity for training, competitive salary, and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: CIPS qualification support and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a forward-thinking team and drive innovation in software licensing.
- Qualifications: Experience in category management and strong negotiation skills required.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
Category Manager (12 month FTC) - Software Licencing
A new opportunity for an ICT & Software services category manager for a leading public sector client in the charity and not for profit sector.
The role will focus on creating and implementing strategic sourcing’s strategies across the ICT category.
In addition to creating category plans and developing key frameworks agreements to maximise value.
This is a very dynamic focused company who are wanting to hear new ideas and innovations within the role.
In addition the candidate will need to have experience in category management in similar organisation, ideally a strong background in either Software licencing within the public sector.
- What the role involves
- Software and ICT Procurement Frameworks Development: Lead on design, delivery, and manage end-to-end ICT frameworks
- Category Strategy: Develop and implement category strategies informed by market intelligence
- Supplier & Contract Management: Oversee major framework agreements, lead complex negotiations, ensure delivery against KPIs, and manage risk effectively.
- Stakeholder & Member Engagement: Build strong relationships with partners and strategic suppliers.
- Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing: Share best practice through webinars, publications, and Category Group discussions, and champion cross-category ITC focus areas.
- Governance & Compliance: Uphold ethical standards, ensure frameworks are scalable and aligned with public sector and HE agenda.
- The person were hoping to find
- Experience in category management within the professional services categories. In particularly across ICT categories
- Contract management experience within public contracting regulations, experience on leading on this would be beneficial.
- Strong negotiation skills and good interpersonal and relationship building skills is important.
- CIPS qualified or ambition to complete this (funding and training can be provided)
- Proven experience in working in a fast moving and result driven environment which demands to work under pressure.
For more information, please apply by emailing the latest copy of your CV and contact details to brian@talentdrive. co. uk
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Category Manager (12 month FTC) - Software Licencing in Newbury employer: Talent Drive | B Corp
Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding procurement consultancy in London, where you will have the opportunity to lead impactful projects that drive tangible savings and transformation for a diverse range of private-sector clients. Our collaborative work culture fosters innovation and personal growth, providing you with the autonomy to take ownership of your workstreams while benefiting from mentorship and career progression as the team evolves. With a focus on sustainability and digitalisation, this role offers a unique chance to make a meaningful impact in the procurement landscape.
