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IT Category Manager

Distinct Recruitment
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 5 days
Location

Derby, Derbyshire DE23 8BA

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The IT Category Manager position in Procurement is located in Derby with a hybrid work model of three days in the office and two days at home.
  • This permanent role offers a competitive salary ranging from £41,800 to £52,250, depending on experience.
  • Candidates should have strong procurement, contract negotiation, and supplier management experience, ideally with previous public sector experience.
  • Key responsibilities include managing IT procurement, leading tendering processes, and advising stakeholders on cost optimization.
  • The role also requires a CIPS qualification or progress towards it, along with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

IT Category Manager – Procurement

Location: Derby (Hybrid – 3 days office, 2 days home)

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £41,800 – £52,250 (Depending on Experience)

Are you a performance-driven procurement professional with a track record of delivering cost savings, driving efficiency, and maximising value in procurement?

The Role:

As an IT Category Manager, you will be responsible for managing IT procurement, including hardware, software, telecommunications, hosting, networking, and professional services. You will lead tendering processes, negotiate contracts, and ensure maximum value is delivered. Working closely with key stakeholders across multiple business functions, you will provide strategic procurement support while ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop procurement strategies for sourcing and implementing third-party interactions in line with procurement policies
  • Lead supplier selection and competitive tendering processes
  • Create and manage contractual agreements to ensure commercial value
  • Advise stakeholders on best practices to optimise cost and quality
  • Approve purchase orders and ensure compliance with financial procedures
  • Oversee supplier performance and contract management
  • Deliver procurement KPIs and identify cost-saving opportunities
  • Maintain contract records and governance to ensure compliance

About You:

  • CIPS qualification or working towards it. 
  • Previous experience working in the public sector is highly desirable. 
  • Performance driven. 
  • Strong experience in procurement, contract negotiation, and supplier management.
  • Ability to analyse complex spend data and develop cost-effective strategies.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong knowledge of procurement systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to lead procurement projects independently and manage multiple deadlines.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary.
  • Defined benefit pension scheme.
  • 32 days’ holiday (rising to 34 after two years).
  • Flexible working options.
  • Free and discounted travel benefits.
  • Career development and training opportunities.
  • Access to a range of employee discounts and benefits. 

If you'd like to know more about this position, just hit the apply button, and I'll be in touch. You'll find my number on LinkedIn (Bethan Kirby at Distinct Recruitment). If you prefer, you could drop me a connection or message on LinkedIn, and we can pick up on there.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.