IT Software Category Manager
About The Position
The Role Category strategy & pipeline Own and develop the Finance and Analytics category plans for 6-12 months: size the opportunity, define value levers (cost, risk, performance), set KPIs, and maintain a visible, prioritized pipeline of sourcing events and renewals aligned to stakeholder goals and business objectives. Embed ESG/diversity considerations and standardized ways of working that align with Procurement’s operating model. Sourcing, negotiation & contracting Lead end‑to-end sourcing projects or contract renewals in Ariba (RFI/RFP, evaluation, BAFO, award) and negotiate commercial/contractual terms in partnership with Business Stakeholders, Legal and Risk functions; ensure contract records are created/updated and stored within Ariba Contracts. Deliver measurable outcomes (TCO savings, cost avoidance, payment terms improvements, consolidation of suppliers/licences) and log benefits in the approved Ariba workflow. Data stewardship in Ariba (single source of truth) Champion data quality across sourcing projects, contracts and savings forms—owning taxonomy alignment, metadata completeness and timeliness (e.g., renewal dates, values, clauses). Use the latest upload templates and required fields; fix gaps rapidly to keep reporting dependable. Produce category MI from, SpendViz and Ariba to inform decisions (pipeline, cycle times, compliance, value delivery). Supplier Risk Management (SRM) & compliance Initiate and coordinate SRM assessments and ongoing reviews (e.g., InfoSec, Privacy, BCM/Resilience) for material/critical suppliers; ensure Riskonnect/Ariba status and artefacts are up to date. Operate to the Procurement Policy and Source‑to-Pay process—no supplier discussions or commitments outside approved Ariba pathways; ensure stakeholder are advised to raise PO’s and approvals follow policy thresholds. Stakeholder engagement & business partnership Act as trusted advisor to the Business Technology teams and adjacent technology stakeholders (Risk Analytics and Work & Rewards, Corporate Risk & Broking), align category plans with roadmaps and transformation priorities. Work seamlessly across UK/US/France & Mumbai teams; drive clarity on business requirements, evaluation criteria and decision governance.
Responsibilities
- Own and develop the Finance and Analytics category plans for 6-12 months: size the opportunity, define value levers (cost, risk, performance), set KPIs, and maintain a visible, prioritized pipeline of sourcing events and renewals aligned to stakeholder goals and business objectives.
- Embed ESG/diversity considerations and standardized ways of working that align with Procurement’s operating model.
- Lead end‑to-end sourcing projects or contract renewals in Ariba (RFI/RFP, evaluation, BAFO, award) and negotiate commercial/contractual terms in partnership with Business Stakeholders, Legal and Risk functions; ensure contract records are created/updated and stored within Ariba Contracts.
- Deliver measurable outcomes (TCO savings, cost avoidance, payment terms improvements, consolidation of suppliers/licences) and log benefits in the approved Ariba workflow.
- Champion data quality across sourcing projects, contracts and savings forms—owning taxonomy alignment, metadata completeness and timeliness (e.g., renewal dates, values, clauses). Use the latest upload templates and required fields; fix gaps rapidly to keep reporting dependable.
- Produce category MI from, SpendViz and Ariba to inform decisions (pipeline, cycle times, compliance, value delivery).
- Initiate and coordinate SRM assessments and ongoing reviews (e.g., InfoSec, Privacy, BCM/Resilience) for material/critical suppliers; ensure Riskonnect/Ariba status and artefacts are up to date.
- Operate to the Procurement Policy and Source‑to-Pay process—no supplier discussions or commitments outside approved Ariba pathways; ensure stakeholder are advised to raise PO’s and approvals follow policy thresholds.
- Act as trusted advisor to the Business Technology teams and adjacent technology stakeholders (Risk Analytics and Work & Rewards, Corporate Risk & Broking), align category plans with roadmaps and transformation priorities.
- Work seamlessly across UK/US/France & Mumbai teams; drive clarity on business requirements, evaluation criteria and decision governance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
