IT Category/Procurement Manager

Confidential

📍 derby, derby, United-Kingdom

Full-time Other-General Posted June 12, 2026

Job Description

IT Category/Procurement Manager

6 Month initial contract

Inside IR35

Hybrid 3 days per week Nottingham


We are currently working with a retail organsiation who require a IT Category/Procurement Manager to support them across multiple IT in flight transformations.


Responsibilities include:

  • Review and establish the multi-year global sourcing strategy for IT Hardware (devices, infrastructure) and Software (SaaS, Enterprise Licensing) categories.
  • Lead and conclude complex, high-value RFx processes and negotiations for major technology licenses (e.g., Microsoft, Oracle, key SaaS vendors) to secure maximum commercial and contractual advantage.
  • Deliver measurable cost savings and strategic value by optimising vendor relationships and challenging existing licensing models.
  • Act as the primary strategic procurement advisor to the CIO and Technology Executiv...