Category Manager

Category Manager Energy and IT

Location: Cheshire, UK Hybrid working Model

We’re recruiting on behalf of an established, internationally operating engineering business based in Cheshire. They’re seeking a Global Category Manager with strong procurement experience in IT and Energy to enhance their technology infrastructure and energy management globally.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing for IT (hardware, software, telecom, cloud services) and Energy (utilities, gas, renewables)
• Develop Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models and present data-driven insights to senior stakeholders
• Execute RFx processes, negotiate contracts, manage SLAs, and optimise supplier performance
• Craft Supplier Relationship Management initiatives to drive innovation and ensure sustainable supply
• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, Facilities, Engineering, Finance, Legal, and Operations
• Evaluate technical specifications for IT and energy systems to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including cybersecurity and utility market volatility
• Track and report key metrics, offering recommendations to enhance performance
• Support global projects aimed at improving IT and energy efficiency

• Deliver measurable savings and operational improvements through category strategy
• Consolidate and strengthen the global supplier base for IT and Energy
• Support ongoing digital transformation and energy sustainability efforts

Skills & Experience

• strategic sourcing or category procurement covering both IT and Energy
• Proven experience sourcing hardware, software, telecom, cloud, and energy utilities (electricity, gas, renewables)
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier development skills
• Comfortable reviewing technical specifications for IT systems and energy
• Degree in Procurement, Engineering, Supply Chain, IT, Energy, or related field
• CIPS, SCMP, or equivalent qualification preferred