Role Overview
This Senior Category Manager IT position is a strategic leadership role based in Bella Vista Sydney on a hybrid basis.
The role sits within the Global Supplier Alliance procurement function of a global medical device and digital health company.
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You will be responsible for managing approximately 100M in IT spend within a broader 240M portfolio focusing specifically on cloud and IT infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and own IT category strategies that align with Global Technology Solutions objectives.
Partner with senior IT stakeholders to understand current and future technology requirements.
Lead sourcing activity including RFPs and supplier selection.
Lead commercial negotiations for large and complex enterprise contracts.
Drive AWS cloud strategy and execute cloud cost optimisation initiatives. Improve supplier governance and performance management to drive accountability and value. Provide leadership to a small globally distributed procurement team.
Category Scope
The portfolio encompasses several critical technology areas including public cloud where AWS is a critical requirement.
It also covers private cloud and infrastructure such as data centres and servers.
Networking equipment and connectivity are included.
Middleware and platform software are part of the scope. Enterprise IT services and consulting are also managed.
Candidate Requirements
Essential experience includes a strong background in IT procurement or technology category management.
You must have direct experience with AWS or cloud based contracts.
A proven history of managing large scale spend with 100M plus preferred is required.
Experience leading or mentoring a procurement team is essential.
You must have the ability to operate in ambiguous or evolving environments.
Non Negotiables
The role requires real ownership of IT procurement categories rather than support or advisory experience. You must have cloud and infrastructure exposure with commercial accountability. Strong stakeholder management with senior IT leadership is required.
Working Model and Benefits
The location is Bella Vista Sydney. This is a hybrid working arrangement with three days in office.
The role requires flexibility for ad hoc early morning.
A bonus and discounted Share Purchase Plan is also available.
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
