IT & Digital Category Manager

Hybrid in Leeds·Added 10 days ago (last checked 22 Oct)

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Michael Page UK

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Our summary

Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 a year
About £4,500 - £4,750 a month after tax.
Work mode: Hybrid, Leeds
Contract: Permanent

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What you'll get

What the successful IT & Digital Category Manager can expect:

Permanent position based in Leeds.
Competitive and comprehensive salary dependent on the level of experience you have.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Hybrid working - 2 days on site
Bonus package

The role

As an IT & Digital Category Manager in Leeds, you'll play a key role in managing procurement activities within the financial services sector. This role focuses on ensuring effective sourcing and supplier management to support the organisation's IT and digital needs.

the chance to join a growing business in Leeds.
Help shape the IT category management going forward.

What you'll do

What the successful IT & Digital Category Manager will be responsible for:

Develop and implement procurement strategies for IT and digital categories.
Lead supplier negotiations to secure optimal terms and value for the organisation.
Manage vendor relationships to ensure service quality and compliance.
Analyse market trends to identify opportunities for cost savings and innovation.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business goals.
Monitor supplier performance and address any issues proactively.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies and industry regulations.
Provide regular reports and insights on procurement activities and outcomes.

The Successful Applicant

A successful IT & Digital Category Manager should have:

Experience in procurement within the IT and digital categories.
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
Knowledge of the financial services industry.
Proven ability to develop and implement procurement strategies.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Analytical skills to assess market trends and supplier performance.
Understanding of procurement policies and compliance requirements.

About Michael Page UK

Michael Page is a recruitment agency that connects businesses with job seekers, offering services ranging from experienced professional hiring to executive search, scaled recruitment and outsourcing solutions. The company operates globally, with more than 100 offices across 34 countries.

Its teams blend market insights, data and advanced technology to deliver hiring outcomes, and it also publishes career advice and salary guides for job seekers.

Industry: Staffing

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About the company & team

A financial services organisation based in Leeds, that is going on an exciting period of growth within the business. While on this growth plan and backing from the Head of Procurement and other senior stakeholders the client is looking to strengthen its position as an industry leader in terms of its procurement function.

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