Senior Category Manager

ING

London, United Kingdom
Procurement experience in regulated banking environment
Technology category management expertise
End-to-end procurement lifecycle management
The role focuses on managing the Technology category while overseeing other spend areas like HR, IT, and Facilities to maximize business benefits

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on managing the Technology category while overseeing other spend areas like HR, IT, and Facilities to maximize business benefits.
  • Candidates must possess a deep understanding of financial services regulations including DORA, Sourcing Guidelines, and the AI Act to ensure full compliance.
  • This position serves as a key strategic partner to the Head of Procurement, requiring the ability to lead projects and mentor team members while driving commercial performance.

Matching Summary

The role focuses on managing the Technology category while overseeing other spend areas like HR, IT, and Facilities to maximize business benefits.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Procurement experience in regulated banking environment
  • Technology category management expertise
  • End-to-end procurement lifecycle management
  • Contract negotiation and supplier selection skills
  • Knowledge of EBA, ECB, DORA, and AI Act regulations

Nice-to-have

  • European headquartered banking experience
  • Team leadership and mentoring capabilities
  • Ability to step in as Head of Procurement proxy
  • Strong stakeholder relationship building at all levels
  • Experience with global technology procurement strategies

Key Requirements

  • Degree level education in business or research subject
  • Proven experience in regulated financial services procurement
  • Understanding of strategic and tactical procurement principles

Work Rights

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