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# Category Lead Software

- **Company:** Philip Morris
- **Location:** Madrid, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software as a Service, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/category-lead-software-en-madrid-ID-366706341

## About the Role

In this role you drive end-to-end category management for SaaS and IT services, shaping global and regional procurement strategies.
You will partner with cross-functional teams and suppliers to unlock value in a high-impact, transforming business.
You'll lead cost optimisation, contract management, and supplier performance improvements across geographies.
This is a pivotal opportunity to influence PMI's shift to smoke-free solutions and to work within an expansive, collaborative global team.Compensaciones / Beneficios* Serve as the subject matter expert for SaaS and IT services products within global procurement plans* Develop and deploy global and regional category strategies through internal collaboration and external partnerships* Identify and implement process improvements focused on cost optimisation, quality, and service levels* Manage high-cost contracts and vendors globally, ensuring reliability and continuous improvementResponsabilidades* BS/BA degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related topics* Native or fluent English (minimum C1)* 5-7 years in procurement of IT u**** Digital Services or IT-related account management/sales in a multinational* Strong understanding xqbhyrx of pricing and pricing models across global geographies* Bid-management and contracting experience including
KPI setting and measurement* Strategic thinking, strong analytical skills, and excellent negotiation abilitiesRequisitos principales* freedom to shape your future* inclusive, diverse culture* global opportunities and career progression* opportunity to contribute to a smoke-free future

## Description

Experteer Overview ¡Inscríbase sin demora!Se espera un gran volumen de solicitantes para el puesto que se detalla a continuación, no espere para enviar su CV.In this role you drive end-to-end category management for SaaS and IT services, shaping global and regional procurement strategies.You will partner with cross-functional teams and suppliers to unlock value in a high-impact, transforming business.You'll lead cost optimisation, contract management, and supplier performance improvements across geographies.This is a pivotal opportunity to influence PMI's shift to smoke-free solutions and to work within an expansive, collaborative global team.Compensaciones / Beneficios* Serve as the subject matter expert for SaaS and IT services products within global procurement plans* Develop and deploy global and regional category strategies through internal collaboration and external partnerships* Identify and implement process improvements focused on cost optimisation, quality, and service levels* Manage high-cost contracts and vendors globally, ensuring reliability and continuous improvementResponsabilidades* BS/BA degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related topics* Native or fluent English (minimum C1)* 5-7 years in procurement of IT u**** Digital Services or IT-related account management/sales in a multinational* Strong understanding xqbhyrx of pricing and pricing models across global geographies* Bid-management and contracting experience including KPI setting and measurement* Strategic thinking, strong analytical skills, and excellent negotiation abilitiesRequisitos principales* freedom to shape your future* inclusive, diverse culture* global opportunities and career progression* opportunity to contribute to a smoke-free future


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