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# Group Category Manager - IT / Indirects

- **Company:** Matchtech
- **Location:** Stevenage, UK
- **Salary:** £60,000.0 - £75,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Centers, Procurement Software, SC Clearance, Information Technology
- **Published:** June 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/group-category-manager-it-indirects/56980764

## About the Role

* Proven experience within a strategic sourcing / Category Management - IT or Indirects.
 * Must be eligible to gain UK SC clearance.
 * A very goal-orientated individual with strong cultural awareness, and excellent team building capabilities who is capable of making key strategic decisions
 * Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken

## Description

* Develop, own, and deliver the IT procurement category strategy in line with Group objectives.
 * Manage sourcing, tendering, and contract negotiations for one of the following categories - Software, Networks & Telecoms, Cyber, AI, Hardware, IT Services OR Data Centres & Storage.
 * Build strong relationships with key internal stakeholders (CIO, IT Directors, Finance, Legal).
 * Identify and deliver cost reduction and value improvement initiatives across IT spend.
 * Conduct supplier performance reviews and drive continuous improvement.
 * Manage end-to-end supplier lifecycle, including onboarding, risk management, and contract renewals.
 * Ensure compliance with procurement governance, policies, and risk management frameworks.
 * Support global and regional projects requiring IT procurement input.
 * Stay abreast of technology market trends, licensing models, and sourcing best practices., To apply for this IT Group Category Manager / IT Category Manager / IT Commodity Manager / Group IT Commodity Manager role, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Skills

 * Cyber
 * Procurement
 * Category Manager
 * IT Services
 * IT Hardware
 * AI
 * Purchasing - Software
 * Category Management
 * Network & Telecoms
 * Data Centres & Storage


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