DSJ Global · 1 week ago
Category Manager - Technology & IT Sourcing
DSJ Global is an industry leading, Fortune 500 organization, seeking an experienced sourcing leader to manage strategic procurement for technology and IT categories. This role focuses on driving cost optimization, negotiating complex contracts, and building strong vendor partnerships across hardware, software, cloud services, and telecommunications.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies for all technology and IT spend
Lead end-to-end sourcing processes, including RFPs, supplier evaluation, and contract negotiations
Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, and SLAs with technology vendors
Category planning and ownership over software licensing and renewals, hardware, security, and IT spend
Drive cost-saving initiatives through spend consolidation and supplier rationalization
Partner with cross-functional teams to define requirements and ensure timely contracting
Monitor KPIs and supplier performance to maintain category health
Champion procurement best practices and continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
4+ years experience of strategic sourcing and negotiations experience, specific to IT categories
Significant experience in strategic sourcing or category management with a focus on technology procurement
Strong negotiation and contract management skills for complex IT agreements
Deep knowledge of technology markets and vendors (hardware, SaaS, IaaS, PaaS, cloud services)
Proficiency with procurement tools (e.g., Ariba) and advanced analytical skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
Preferred
Bachelor's degree; MBA or certifications (CPSM, CSCP) desirable
Company
DSJ Global
DSJ Global is a staffing agency that offers recruitment solutions to supply chain, procurement, technical operations and logistics sectors.
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