Are you a Category Manager - Indirect  (IT AND Services) expert with a keen eye for value?

Holt Executive are exclusively supporting a global provider of lifesaving/innovative connectivity solutions that connect people and assets around the globe, including in remote and challenging environments.

Our partner is seeking a dynamic Category Manager - Indirect  (IT AND Services)  to manage a diverse spending portfolio exceeding $50 million annually. Your role will involve developing stakeholder relationships for early project involvement, delivering category strategies, and procuring goods and services cost-effectively and efficiently. You will also proactively identify new opportunities using market insights and experience.

Key Responsibilities for the Category Manager - Indirect  (IT AND Services):

Execute elements of the global Procurement strategy relevant to allocated categories.
Collaborate with the Procurement Director to develop and implement category and sub-category strategies and projects.
Maximise synergy opportunities through supply-base integration.
Assess risks and recommend risk-based approaches to optimise time, effort, value, and risk in each procurement.
Conduct market analysis, run tender processes, analyse data, and negotiate to ensure savings within a best practice framework.
Support or lead category negotiations to secure savings, value for money, and efficiencies.
Introduce market innovations that drive value and mitigate risks.
Develop and manage key supplier relationships to enhance supply chain control, process improvement, and contract management.
Collect and analyse spending and market data to support procurement strategies.
Manage significant and complex supplier contracts, ensuring value and compliance.
Support sustainable supply base efforts to reduce carbon impact and achieve net zero by 2050. 
Key Skills & Experience Required by the Category Manager - Indirect  (IT AND Services):
Essential:

Strong management and influencing skills.
Experience in category management and sourcing a broad range of goods and services.
Proven track record in developing category strategies.
Proficiency in negotiation, risk assessment, and stakeholder management.
Understanding of end-to-end RFP processes, contract awards, and supplier management.
Knowledge of contract law and legal principles.Desirable:

Degree-level education.
CIPS certification or working towards it.
Experience in a complex global or multisite FTSE100/FTSE250 environment. 
If your skills and experience match this Category Manager - Indirect  (IT AND Services) opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV now