IT Category Manager: Strategic Sourcing Lead

Severn Trent Plc; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water management company is seeking a Category Manager for Information Technology in Coventry. This role involves leading category strategy, managing contracts, and improving supplier performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial background and the ability to work autonomously. Our client offers comprehensive perks including bonuses, pension schemes, and support for CIPS studies.

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave scheme

Support for CIPS studies

Training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Family friendly policies

Two paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Strong commercial background in a multi-site organization.
• Ability to develop and execute category strategies.
• Experience in purchasing processes and contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Manage tenders and contracts in compliance with procurement framework.
• Develop category knowledge to support objectives and innovation.
• Improve existing contracts and supplier performance.
• Drive supplier relationship and contract management.

Skills

Commercial background

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Ability to work autonomously

Tools

SAP Ariba

Job description

A leading water management company is seeking a Category Manager for Information Technology in Coventry. This role involves leading category strategy, managing contracts, and improving supplier performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial background and the ability to work autonomously. Our client offers comprehensive perks including bonuses, pension schemes, and support for CIPS studies.