Technology Category Manager

Are you a procurement specialist excited by technology? If so, we want to hear from you! Haven is looking for a highly experienced Technology Category Manager to join our growing Procurement team. This is a pivotal role supporting our technology focused business by leading strategic sourcing and supplier management across all Technology and Digital spend areas.

You'll take ownership of category strategies spanning SaaS, hardware, networks, cyber security, telecoms and digital applications, ensuring value, innovation and efficiency across the business. Working closely with senior stakeholders, including Product, Technology and Corporate functions, you'll influence decision-making and deliver commercially sound procurement solutions.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role suited to a procurement expert who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can navigate complexity and enjoys driving tangible business outcomes through strong supplier partnerships and market insight.

Your Opportunity

• Lead category management across all Technology and Digital spend
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned to business objectives
• Run end-to-end procurement activities including tenders, RFPs and negotiations
• Build and manage strategic supplier relationships
• Identify and deliver cost-saving and value creation opportunities
• Partner with senior stakeholders to understand and shape requirements
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement
• Conduct market analysis to identify innovation and emerging technologies
• Support procurement governance, reporting and best practice
• Contribute to wider procurement team development and capability

• Proven experience in Technology or Digital procurement/category management
• Strong sourcing, negotiation and contract management skills
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
• Experience managing complex supplier landscapes
• Commercially astute with strong analytical capability
• Knowledge of technology markets, trends and solutions
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• MCIPS (desirable, not essential)
• Experience in hospitality or multi-site businesses (advantageous)

• Annual bonus
• 20% discount on both Haven and Warner Hotels holiday for you, family and friends
• Comprehensive wellbeing support
• Access to the Bourne Leisure corporate box at the O2 Arena ,London
• Exclusive discounts with corporate partners
• Exciting career pathways, including Learning and Development opportunities such as Apprenticeships and Degrees
• Enhanced family friendly policies and pay (eligibility criteria applied), * Holiday allowance that rises with service, plus a 'Holiday Buy Scheme'
• Annual bonus
• 20% discount on both Haven and Warner Hotels holiday for you, family and friends
• Comprehensive wellbeing support
• Access to the Bourne Leisure corporate box at the O2 Arena ,London
• Exclusive discounts with corporate partners
• Exciting career pathways, including Learning and Development opportunities such as Apprenticeships and Degrees
• Enhanced family friendly policies and pay (eligibility criteria applied)

You'll be part of a forward-thinking, supportive community where ideas are valued, learning is encouraged, and the network you build will power memorable guest experiences for millions every year.Why Haven? At Haven, we're one great team, united by our passion for creating amazing experiences for our guests and our people. You'll have access to training, mentoring, and opportunities to grow your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment., We're part of an award-winning Bourne Leisure family, which includes Haven & Warner Hotels. We have 9,000 fantastic team members and 39 beautiful seaside locations and our HQ based in Hemel Hempstead. What's it like to work with us? Working with us is ultimately defined by our exceptional people and teams. At Haven, we take pride in our Breath of Fresh Air culture, which focuses on valuing and supporting every team member. We prioritise openness and transparency in our interactions allowing our team members to be their authentic selves. We operate a hybrid working model, meaning 50% of your working week will be spent at the office, occasionally on Park, or at external events. What can you expect during the recruitment process? The interview process will be up to 3 stages and may contain a presentation or skills test, depending on the role. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to help you perform at your best during this process, please let us know. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require, including whether a role can be part-time or a job-share. We genuinely care about every candidate's experience during the recruitment process and are here to provide support where we can. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments while applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at resourcingteam@bourne-leisure.co.uk.