Senior Category Manager

ING

United Kingdom
Procurement experience in regulated business
Technology category management expertise
Contract negotiation and supplier selection
The role focuses on managing the Technology category while overseeing other spend areas like HR, IT, and Facilities to maximize business value

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on managing the Technology category while overseeing other spend areas like HR, IT, and Facilities to maximize business value.
  • Candidates must possess a deep understanding of financial services regulations including EBA Sourcing Guidelines, DORA, and the AI Act.
  • This position serves as a number two role capable of acting as the proxy Head of Procurement and contributing directly to global strategies.

Matching Summary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Procurement experience in regulated business
  • Technology category management expertise
  • Contract negotiation and supplier selection
  • End-to-end procurement lifecycle management
  • Stakeholder relationship building skills

Nice-to-have

  • European headquartered banking experience
  • Team leadership or mentoring potential
  • Knowledge of AI Act and DORA regulations
  • Global technology procurement strategy exposure
  • Ability to step in as proxy Head of Procurement

Key Requirements

  • Degree level education in business or research
  • Experience in banking, insurance, or financial services procurement
  • Understanding of regulatory environment for financial services

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