IT & Indirects Category Manager Job at Bramwith Consulting (London)

IT & Indirects Category Manager

This iconic FTSE 100 FMCG brand has enjoyed explosive growth during the last 5 y...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

40000.00 - 60000.00 GBP / Year

Bramwith Consulting

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong procurement and strategic sourcing experience within established companies
at least 2 years specialising in IT & Technology categories
track record of progression from Buyer to Senior Buyer to Procurement Manager / Category Manager
Degree / MCIPS qualifications preferable though not essential

Job Responsibility

Being the Strategic Sourcing Lead for all Software, Hardware and Professional Services subcategories
Negotiating with market leading Technology vendors / suppliers
Project leading category / sourcing strategies, owning the cradle-to-grave procurement process
Regular interaction with an executive level stakeholder community
Instilling a high performance culture amongst the Procurement team, upskilling more junior team members

What we offer

Car

Fulltime

Global Category Manager - IT & Telecom

The IT Category Manager’s main role is to independently create, manage and deplo...

Location

Hungary , Budapest

Salary:

Not provided

Trivium Packaging

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
8-10 years of experience in strategic procurement, with a strong focus on indirect categories
Multiple years of experience in managing complex stakeholder environments
Reputable Negotiation Training Certification
Ability to develop high impact sourcing strategies
Solid analytical skills
Strong negotiating skills
Ability to develop actionable recommendations and implementation plans
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Strong management skills, with emphasis on people development

Job Responsibility

Accountable for ensuring delivery against the overall and individual Procurement Targets defined for the organisation and the assigned category
Accountable for consolidating supplier, market, category and internal business data and information to form the Category Strategy and run sourcing activities
Accountable for developing and implementing a cohesive, business-aligned long-term Category Strategy at both the category and sub-category level, in alignment with key senior stakeholders across all BUs and Divisions
Accountable for developing and communicating Category Plans for key areas of the category
Responsible for the communication of the final Category Strategy and Category Plans to the relevant stakeholders
Accountable for ensuring the resources, information and tools are in place for project execution throughout the category
Owns the key supplier relationship and defines governance process
Accountable for ensuring robust contractual arrangements are in place for the category
Accountable for the development of the “Category Playbook” to summarize the strategy, to communicate key contacts and suppliers and to guide the best practice approach to operational buying
Accountable for monitoring compliance and adherence to Trivium Procurement policies and procedures

What we offer

Flexibility and home office
Attractive yearly cafeteria
Comprehensive private medical health insurance
Free language courses
Soft & hard skill trainings
All You Can Move possibility
Inspiring office environment in a center location of Budapest
Exciting projects and challenges
Learn from charismatic, professional leaders
A company culture where we are proud of each other, and where fun and the attitude of giving back to our environment are highly appreciated

Indirect Procurement Category Manager, Marketing

Waymo's Procurement and Vendor Enablement Office is a diverse, collaborative, an...

Location

United States , Tempe; Mountain View; San Francisco

Salary:

159000.00 - 196000.00 USD / Year

Waymo

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 7+ years of procurement experience, with a minimum of 4 years focusing heavily on Marketing, Communications, PR, or Public Affairs sourcing
Deep understanding of marketing procurement nuances, including agency fee models (retainer vs. project vs. media commission), media buying transparency, and creative production costs
Proven ability to negotiate complex IP, usage rights, and indemnification clauses within creative and PR contracts
Excellent executive presence with the ability to influence and build trust with highly creative marketing leaders and public affairs directors.

Job Responsibility

Portfolio Strategy: Lead end-to-end category management for a highly subjective, ROI-driven portfolio encompassing Creative, Media Buying, PR, Public Affairs, and Experiential/Event Marketing
Agency Management: Lead complex negotiations for agency retainers and project-based work, establishing outcome-based commercial models and ensuring strict IP and brand protection
Stakeholder Partnership: Act as a trusted advisor to Waymo's Marketing, Communications, and Policy leaders, balancing their need for creative freedom and rapid response with procurement best practices
Strategic Sourcing: Lead the end-to-end RFX process for major Agency of Record (AOR) consolidations, build multi-year category strategies, and maximize value creation and total cost of ownership (TCO)
Risk & Governance: Negotiate and draft Master Services Agreements (MSAs) and Statements of Work (SOWs) that minimize business risk, specifically focusing on media transparency, usage rights, and liability caps for public-facing output.

What we offer

Discretionary annual bonus program
equity incentive plan
generous Company benefits program
Health and wellness
Financial wellness
Flexibility and time off

Fulltime

Sr Category Manager

This role is crucial for handling procurement categories to achieve cost reducti...

Location

United States , Frisco

Salary:

Not provided

T-Mobile

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree plus 7 years of related work experience OR Advanced degree with 5 years of related experience
Acceptable areas of study include Supply Chain Management/Business/Engineering
7+ years of relevant experience
5+ year track record in a global procurement organization
Sourcing Indirect spends categories (including Credit Risk, Fraud, And Collections)
Advanced key procurement skills: Development / management of category strategies
RFP / RFI development, contract negotiations, strategic sourcing, management of supplier relationship lifecycle, understanding of risk mitigation principles, and understanding of various cost evaluation methods (TCO, return on investment, Payback Period, etc.)
Results driven, innovative & creative
Aligns and energizes behind common objectives, action-oriented & willing to face challenging situations
The ability to formulate and articulate a strategy and business case and build a tactical path

Job Responsibility

Develop and implement sourcing strategies for Credit Risk, Fraud, and Collections categories – delivering measurable cost reductions while protecting service continuity and compliance posture
Manage supplier negotiations and handle end-to-end contract lifecycle, including renewals, amendments, and performance governance across key vendor relationships
Partner with Finance, Legal, Risk, and Operations stakeholders to align procurement strategy with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements specific to credit and fraud environments
Analyze market trends, pricing benchmarks, and supplier landscapes to surface actionable insights and present strategic recommendations
Lead cost savings programs and track progress to ensure continuous financial impact and alignment with growth plans
Manage supplier performance through structured SLA oversight, QBRs, and risk mitigation frameworks tailored to high-sensitivity financial service providers
Support RFP/RFI development, evaluation, and award processes – including scoring design, stakeholder alignment, and final recommendation packages
Identify process improvement opportunities within procurement workflows (P2P intake, Legal/Risk review cycles) to increase efficiency and reduce cycle time
Also responsible for other duties/projects as assigned by business management as needed

What we offer

competitive base salary and compensation package
annual stock grant
employee stock purchase plan
401(k)
access to free, year-round money coaches
medical, dental and vision insurance
flexible spending account
paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays
paid parental and family leave
family building benefits

Fulltime

Indirect Procurement Category Manager

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the wor...

Location

United States

Salary:

190000.00 - 234000.00 USD / Year

Waymo

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 10 years of procurement experience, including 7+ years focusing heavily on Marketing Services, BPO/Call Center Operations, or Customer Experience (CX) outsourcing
Expertise in managing large-scale global BPO deals, including cost-per-productive-hour (CPPH) models, staffing ratios, and rigorous SLA/penalty frameworks
Deep understanding of marketing procurement nuances, including agency fee models (retainer vs. project), media buying transparency, and creative production costs
Proven ability to perform make-versus-buy outsourcing analyses and develop TCO models for high-headcount operations
Excellent executive presence with the ability to influence creative marketing leaders and highly analytical operations directors alike

Job Responsibility

Lead end-to-end category management for a highly diverse portfolio, balancing SLA-driven Rider Support/Call Center BPOs with subjective, ROI-driven Marketing and Creative Agency partnerships
Partner with Operations leaders to design and procure the external footprint for our Rider Support centers, ensuring hyper-scalable, high-quality customer experience (CX) vendor solutions as we launch in new cities
Lead complex negotiations for creative, media, and PR agency retainers, establishing outcome-based commercial models and ensuring strict IP and brand protection
Lead the end-to-end RFX process, build multi-year category strategies, and oversee complex, Waymo-wide supplier relations to maximize value creation and total cost of ownership (TCO)
Negotiate and draft Master Services Agreements (MSAs) and Statements of Work (SOWs) that minimize business risk, specifically focusing on data privacy for Rider Support and liability caps for Marketing output

What we offer

Discretionary annual bonus program
Equity incentive plan
Health and wellness (medical, dental and vision insurance, mental wellness support, gym membership, special wellness programs)
Financial wellness (competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, equity, employees provident fund, other perks and employee discounts)
Flexibility and time off (flexibility to work from another location for four weeks per year
on-site or hybrid work model
remote working opportunities
paid time off
bereavement, sick, and parental leave)

Fulltime

Senior Procurement Category Manager

A large, high-growth North American retail organization with a significant physi...

Location

United States , Charlotte

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of procurement experience, with strong exposure to indirect spend
Demonstrated strength in contract negotiation and supplier management
Experience in retail, brick-and-mortar, facilities, property, or operations-heavy environments
Proven ability to operate independently and build structure where little exists
Comfortable in fast-paced, transformational environments
Self-starter with a high level of energy, curiosity, and ownership

Job Responsibility

Build and execute category strategies across complex indirect spend areas
Negotiate and establish new supplier contracts, rates, and commercial terms
Analyze current spend, suppliers, and contracts to identify optimization opportunities
Implement policies, procedures, and sourcing frameworks
Partner with an external BPO supporting procurement systems and technology
Drive supplier rationalization, contract compliance, and performance management
Work cross-functionally with operations, facilities, finance, and leadership
Support change management tied to new tools, processes, and ways of working
Use modern procurement tools, data, and emerging technologies (including AI) to improve efficiency and insights

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Procurement Category Manager, Indirect

The Indirect Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing sou...

Location

United States , Tampa

Salary:

Not provided

Refresco

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field
5+ years of experience in indirect procurement or strategic sourcing
Demonstrated contract negotiation and vendor management experience
Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
Proficiency in procurement systems (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba, Oracle) and MS Office/Excel
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Must understand “Total Cost of Ownership” concepts
Be a proactive problem solver
Must be able to work independently and handle multiple work assignments
Strong sense of urgency

Job Responsibility

Lead sourcing strategies for select indirect spend categories to optimize cost, quality, risk, and performance
Conduct spend analysis to identify savings opportunities and improve supplier value
Develop category roadmaps and long-term sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives
Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers to ensure a competitive supplier landscape
Lead contract negotiations, RFx processes, and supplier evaluations
Manage ongoing supplier relationships to ensure compliance, performance, and continuous improvement
Develop and monitor supplier KPIs and scorecards
Partner with internal stakeholders (IT, HR, Finance, Operations, Legal, etc.) to understand business needs and define sourcing requirements
Serve as the primary Procurement advisor to internal teams on market insights, contract risk, and sourcing best practices
Deliver year-over-year cost savings through strategic sourcing and total cost of ownership (TCO) methodologies

What we offer

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
Short-term disability and long-term disability
Pet Insurance
Legal Benefits
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
12 Paid Holidays
Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off Days
Well-being Benefit

Fulltime

Senior Category Manager (Indirect Procurement)

As Senior Category Manager (Indirect Procurement), you will own and develop Voi’...

Location

Germany; Sweden , Berlin; Stockholm

Salary:

Not provided

Voi Technology

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, or similar, or equivalent experience
Several years of experience in purchasing and/or procurement, ideally in an international context
Proven experience leading improvement or cost optimisation projects with challenging deadlines, managing multiple tasks in parallel
Strong negotiation skills, with credibility built through business insight and stakeholder management
High level of independence, ownership and accountability in driving results
Strong analytical, problem-solving, presentation and communication skills
Proven ability to work with many stakeholders and projects simultaneously
Proficiency in English

Job Responsibility

Set up an optimal structure for the indirect supply base in your categories
Drive cost optimisation and continuous improvement programmes with stakeholders, aiming for market benchmarks
Lead sourcing activities for indirect categories, proactively scanning the market for new suppliers and offers
Manage contracting, supplier relationships and performance evaluations, building long-term partnerships with key suppliers
Conduct negotiations with new and existing suppliers to secure availability in key and critical categories
Proactively identify supply risks and apply relevant mitigation strategies
Act as a subject matter expert in procurement, supporting the organisation with supplier development and procurement best practice

What we offer

Employee options programme
Unlimited free Voi rides
Dog-friendly office

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