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Role Overview:
As a Global Category Manager for IT & Services, you will be responsible for developing and executing the global procurement strategy for IT and related services. This role combines strategic category management with hands-on execution of sourcing initiatives, including tenders, negotiations, contract lifecycle management and stakeholder engagement across multiple regions and functions. 

• IT spend – approx. €30M (regional and group level, including personnel-related costs)
• Services spend – non-IT related (scope to be defined)

• Develop a comprehensive category strategy for IT and Services:
• Map total spend across the group.
• Identify key suppliers, service scopes, contract coverage and lifecycle.
• Engage with stakeholders to define needs and assess risks.
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives:
• Plan and execute RFPs aligned with category strategy.
• Prioritize based on 80/20 principles and risk exposure.
• Identify and act on quick-win opportunities.
• Manage IT Capex pipeline:
• Oversee and control capital investment planning and execution.
• Drive major procurement projects:
• Lead outsourcing of IT services (€7–10M scope).
• Select integration partner for global ERP implementation.
• Co-develop business cases for outsourcing with stakeholders.
• Stakeholder collaboration:
• Work closely with Procurement, IT, Finance (local and central), HR and Operations teams.
• Ensure alignment with internal policies and strategic objectives.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in logistics category management (transportation, warehousing) or similar Supply Chain Management roles.
• Proven experience in IT procurement, including sourcing of software, SaaS and IT consulting services.
• Strong understanding of IT contracting and vendor management.
• Familiarity with software agreements and licensing terms (e.g., ISG, consulting, software services)
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, including from a legal perspective
• Experience leading international tenders and managing supplier relationships.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders across global functions.
• Excellent negotiation, delegation and project management skills.
• Strong team player and motivator.
• Degree in business, engineering, or mechanical fields (equivalent experience also considered).

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