It Category Manager – Infrastructure

HITACHI ENERGY SERVICES SP. Z O.O.

Krakow, Lesser Poland, Poland
Not specified; not specified; competitive benefits...
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5+ years it procurement experience
Sap ariba sourcing expertise
Global contract negotiation skills
** Hitachi Energy Services is seeking an IT Category Manager to oversee sourcing and supplier management for IT infrastructure and end-user technologies. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in IT procurement, strong negotiation skills, and familiarity with SAP Ariba. The position offers a hybrid work model and a comprehensive benefits package. **

Job Summary

  • The role is responsible for executing global commercial strategies for IT infrastructure and end-user technologies within a sustainable energy technology leader.
  • Candidates will lead global sourcing events, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier performance using SAP Ariba while ensuring full compliance with legal and cybersecurity standards.
  • The position offers the opportunity to work in an international environment for an industry leader advancing green energy solutions with competitive benefits.

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** Hitachi Energy Services is seeking an IT Category Manager to oversee sourcing and supplier management for IT infrastructure and end-user technologies. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in IT procurement, strong negotiation skills, and familiarity with SAP Ariba. The position offers a hybrid work model and a comprehensive benefits package. **

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Competitive benefits package including financial, physical, and mental wellbeing support

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years IT procurement experience
  • SAP Ariba Sourcing expertise
  • Global contract negotiation skills
  • Infrastructure category management
  • Team leadership for sourcing professionals

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in global industrial organizations
  • Knowledge of ITIL and networking fundamentals
  • Strong commercial analytics and TCO modeling
  • Collaboration with technical leaders
  • Supplier innovation and risk mitigation

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years in IT procurement or category management
  • Experience managing small teams (2-3 FTEs)
  • Solid knowledge of IT hardware and telecom categories
  • Proven ability to collaborate with technical leaders
  • Working knowledge of SAP Ariba and S/4HANA

Work Rights

Not specified

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