Job Title: Senior Category Manager - IT Services Procurement Location: Dublin. Hybrid, Contract Role - 6 months Job Summary: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Category Manager to lead our IT services procurement and sourcing strategies. This role will focus on driving sourcing activities, negotiating contracts, and supporting the execution of category strategies, ensuring alignment with corporate goals. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of IT services procurement, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a proven track record of mitigating risks and delivering cost-effective solutions. Key Responsibilities: Sourcing & Negotiation Lead sourcing activities for IT services, including RFP/RFI processes, to secure competitive pricing and favorable contract terms for projects such as S4HANA migration, engineering tools implementations, and datahub implementation. Negotiate contracts with new and existing suppliers (e.g., TCS, HCL, Accenture) while ensuring compliance with legal, risk, and procurement policies. Full Support of the Category Strategy Execution Support the implementation of category strategies for IT services, aligning with organizational objectives, and ensuring strategic goals are met with the collaboration of key stakeholders. Stay updated on market trends, emerging technologies, and supplier developments relevant to IT services, ensuring the organization remains competitive in the market. Stakeholder Collaboration Partner with internal stakeholders (e.g., IT, finance, legal) to define service requirements, set strategic goals, and ensure alignment with procurement objectives. Serve as a trusted advisor on category insights, market dynamics, supplier selection, cost savings opportunities, and risk mitigation strategies. Risk Management & Compliance Support and mitigate risks within the IT services supply chain, including vendor dependencies, cybersecurity issues, and regulatory compliance. Ensure all procurement activities adhere to corporate compliance, risk management, and regulatory standards using internal tools and processes. Performance Tracking & Reporting Monitor and report on category KPIs, project milestones, and supplier performance to ensure successful project delivery and the achievement of procurement goals. Support key projects and contract negotiations such as SAP migration, AV solutions installation, NIST audit services, PC refresh, and Workday implementation. Capabilities & Qualifications: Must Have: 10+ years of experience as a Senior Category Manager or in Strategic Sourcing, specifically within IT services. Strong knowledge of sourcing strategies, vendor management, and procurement best practices. Proven experience in leading complex negotiations with major suppliers (e.g., TCS, HCL, Accenture). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results on time. Strong understanding of IT services and technology procurement, including knowledge of emerging trends and market conditions. Experience in risk management and ensuring compliance with corporate policies and regulatory standards. Preferred: Relevant certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) would be an advantage. Experience in implementing category strategies within global or large-scale organizations. Knowledge of procurement tools and systems, with experience using internal procurement platforms. KSGalway __PRESENT Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office. Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, pledge members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability committed members, Silver status pledge members for the Armed Forces Covenant, and Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters. Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this role. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website. Skills: Buyer Finance Computer