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# Senior Category Manager - Corporate and Business Software

- **Company:** Beaumont Select Ltd
- **Location:** Epsom, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Business Software, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing
- **Published:** August 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/senior-category-manager-corporate-and-business-software/45434251

## About the Role

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)##### #####. ---------------------------------------------------------------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--------------------------------------------------------------- JO-05541

## Description

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


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