Hays
Interim Category Manager - Indirects
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Hays are partnered exclusively with a reputable and growing telecoms business in Hull to recruit an experienced IT/Indirect Category Manager to lead on their IT and Telecoms spend.
Your new role
The Interim Category Manager is a hands-on role focused on delivering sourcing projects, managing supplier relationships, driving commercial value and supporting stakeholders across the business during a period of change and growth. You will:
- Lead end-to-end sourcing and procurement activity across IT, telecoms and indirect categories
- Develop and implement category strategies
- Manage supplier performance and commercial negotiations
- Identify cost-saving and value-creation opportunities
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business
- Ensure procurement best practice and contract compliance
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What you'll need to succeed
- Strong background in IT, telecommunications and/or indirect procurement
- Demonstrable experience delivering sourcing projects and commercial negotiations
- Able to operate independently and quickly build credibility with stakeholders
- Available at short notice or immediately available
What you'll get in return
- Flexible and hybrid working options available, with 3 days required in the office, 2 from home.
- £450-500 per day (umbrella rate) inside IR35
- 3-6 month contract working with a reputable employer in Hull
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Desired Skills and Experience
You must have demonstrable experience in IT/Telecoms/Indirect procurement to be considered for this role, and be available to start in the next 1-2 weeks.
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