Procurement supply chain Interim and permanent recruiters

Senior Category Manager – Corporate and Business Software

Permanent
London
London
Over £90,001 per annum
Banking / Finance
£100k + 20% bonus and excellent benefits
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Senior Category Manager – Corporate and Business Software | London ~ We are seeking an experienced Senior Category Manager to lead procurement across Corporate and Business Software within a global technology environment…

This is a senior opportunity to shape category strategy, lead complex software and SaaS negotiations, deliver commercial value, and influence strategic technology programmes. 

Category Manager Responsibilities:

  • Develop and deliver global Software and Technology category strategies.
  • Lead high-value negotiations across Software, SaaS, Cloud, and related services.
  • Drive cost reduction, licence optimisation, supplier consolidation, and value improvement.
  • Build strong relationships with strategic suppliers and senior Technology, Finance, Legal and Risk stakeholders.
  • Partner with technology and transformation teams on strategic programmes.
  • Coach and develop Category Managers and Senior Buyers.
  • Manage category pipelines, savings, renewals, supplier performance, and governance. 

About you:

  • Strong Technology Procurement experience, particularly Software and SaaS.
  • Proven track record of complex negotiations and commercial value delivery.
  • Experience developing category strategies within a large/global organisation.
  • Strong stakeholder management and commercial judgement.
  • Experience leading procurement teams.
  • Financial Services, FinTech, or regulated-sector experience is desirable.
  • MCIPS or equivalent procurement qualification is advantageous.

 

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior technology procurement professional to take ownership of a strategic global category and make a significant impact across technology, commercial and business outcomes.

 

Apply Now:
Take the next step in your career with this exciting Category Manager role. Apply via the site or contact Karen Laker or Jane Wallbank on +44 (0)1403 248448.

 

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Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue-chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business
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