Role: a.i. Global IT Procurement Category Manager

Location: Utrecht/Amersfoort

Hybrid Working: 2 days office

Salary: c€750pd upwards

**Legal right to work in NL required**

Excellent opportunity to join a global brand on a temporary interim contract basis to drive procurement category planning across IT, reclaim spend from IT and manage large enterprise software contract renewals.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and execute IT procurement strategies to meet the organization's needs and objectives.

- Source, evaluate, and negotiate with IT suppliers to secure cost-effective contracts.

- Manage vendor relationships, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with agreements.

- Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends and opportunities.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure IT procurement aligns with business goals.

- Monitor and control procurement budgets and expenses.

Qualifications:

- Proven experience in IT procurement category management

- Skilled at building stakeholder relationships and influencing across a global matrix business

- Strong negotiation, contract management, and vendor relationship skills

- In-depth knowledge of IT software and services procurement

- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills

If interested, please apply ASAP.