Category & Supplier Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Italy.

📋 Description

• Define and implement the procurement strategy for the professional services category, focusing on technological skills.

• Promote continuous improvement and best practices in procurement, contributing to the development of processes, policies, and tools.

• Leverage digital solutions and artificial intelligence to enhance procurement processes.

• Manage sourcing and contracting activities, including market analysis, supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management.

• Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders.

• Monitor supplier performance and oversee collaboration with stakeholders.

• Identify opportunities for value creation and innovation through data analysis, market benchmarking, and competitive insights.

• Monitor risks and opportunities and establish mitigation plans.

⛳️ Requirements

• Established experience in procurement, with a focus on sourcing and purchasing professional services, preferably gained in transforming environments.

• Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills, with a knack for networking.

• Proven track record of achieving results in purchasing (savings, value creation, innovation).

• Previous experience in structured environments, preferably in IT or high-tech service sectors.

• Experience managing categories of professional services or, alternatively, a background as a Delivery Manager in consulting firms.

• Strong data orientation and analytical capabilities (spend, KPIs, supplier performance).

• Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken.

• Awareness of compliance and governance issues.

🏝️ Benefits

• Meal vouchers.

• Company welfare programs.

• Smart working options.

• Health insurance.

• Training opportunities.