Category Manager, Networks, Data Centres & Storage (emea)
LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group)
London, United Kingdom
On-site
Technology procurement background
Datacenter and network infrastructure
Oem contract negotiation
Define, develop and implement category strategies for the group, driving supplier consolidation and preferred vendor adoption
Job Summary
Define, develop and implement category strategies for the group, driving supplier consolidation and preferred vendor adoption.
Lead sourcing initiatives, RFPs, and contract negotiations for Infrastructure hardware vendors, ensuring contracts protect LSEG’s interests.
Build strong relationships with technology and business leaders, acting as a commercial advisor and escalation point for Infrastructure OEM vendor issues.
Matching Summary
Define, develop and implement category strategies for the group, driving supplier consolidation and preferred vendor adoption.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Technology procurement background
Datacenter and Network Infrastructure
OEM contract negotiation
Supplier performance management
Global sourcing initiatives
Nice-to-have
MCIPS or similar qualification
Experience in Financial Services
Familiarity with SAM
Negotiating with Cisco, F5, Checkpoint
Key Requirements
Strong procurement background in Technology
Demonstrable experience in OEM contract negotiation
Knowledge of Infrastructure hardware/software/service acquisition pricing models
Ability to influence internal partners up to Executive level