As Category Manager - IT, you will design and execute global sourcing strategies for IT hardware, software, and services to drive cost efficiency, compliance, and digital transformation. You will partner with IT, Digital, Finance, and Business teams to manage supplier relationships, governance, and budget/LRP activities in a regulated pharma environment. The role focuses on aligning IT sourcing with roadmaps, cybersecurity, and data integrity, while enabling scalable, secure IT performance. You will influence major technology programs and supplier ecosystems to deliver measurable value.Define and execute global IT category strategies (hardware, software, cloud, services)Align sourcing with IT/digital roadmaps, cybersecurity, and cost optimisationDrive value through licence/application rationalisation and vendor consolidationLead SRM with key IT suppliers and implement governance modelsMonitor supplier performance via KPIs and regular reviewsMitigate supplier risk with dual sourcing, exit planning, and business continuityCollaborate with Procurement CoE, IT&D;, Cybersecurity, Finance, Legal, and ComplianceSupport ERP, cloud transformations,



infra upgrades and digital initiativesAssist in IT budgeting and Long Range Planning (LRP) and track savingsIntegrate ESG criteria into supplier selection and performance managementEnsure procurement policy compliance, documentation, and risk management8-12 years in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement, preferably in IT/Digital within pharma or FMCGStrong expertise in IT category strategy, supplier relationship management, and complex negotiationsSolid understanding of IT cost structures, software licensing, cloud economics, and service delivery frameworksProven experience managing global suppliers and delivering complex procurement projectsExcellent stakeholder management, influencing, negotiation, and project leadershipFluent English; additional languages are an advantageStrong analytical mindset able to translate market insights into business valueAs Category Manager - IT, you will design and execute global sourcing strategies for IT hardware, software, and services to drive cost effic

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📌 Category Manager – IT - Milano, Lombardia, Italy (Roma)
🏢 Experteer Italy
📍 Roma