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(a.i. / interim) Global IT Procurement Category Manager, NL

(a.i. / interim) Global IT Procurement Category Manager, NL

  • Location

    Utrecht

  • Sector:

    Procurement

  • Job type:

    Contract

  • Salary:

    €700 - €1000 per day

  • Contact:

    Geoff Hunt

  • Contact email:

    geoff.hunt@1st-executive.com

  • Salary high:

    1000

  • Salary low:

    700

  • Job ref:

    J690835GH_1698665788

  • Published:

    about 1 month ago

  • Expiry date:

    2023-11-29

  • Startdate:

    ASAP

  • Consultant:

    ConsultantDrop

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.