IT Category Manager – Fixed Term

Job description

Bupa is seeking a commercially sharp IT Category Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract to oversee a diverse portfolio including software licensing, networks, telecoms, and IT security. Based in Salford Quays, Leeds, or London on a hybrid basis, you will lead the charge in sourcing products and services that help our customer-facing teams deliver world-class patient care. With a salary range of £51,800 – £64,700, this role is perfect for a strategic thinker who wants to apply their procurement expertise to a purpose-driven organization that reinvests its profits back into health.

Key Skills / Qualifications Needed For This Role

• Graduate Degree (e.g. BA, BSc, MEng) or higher (e.g. MA)

• MCIPS or equivalent professional qualification

• Evidence of continued professional development

• Category management experience and expertise in a related industry

• Proven evidence of sourcing similar products and services

• Proven ability and experience of delivering savings through driving strategic category planning

• Experienced negotiator who is proficient at drawing upon and developing fact based negotiation plans and operating at a senior level

• Industry and marketplace experience relevant to this role including knowledge of relevant industry legislation

• Contract and supplier relationship management expertise

• Comprehensive experience of working closely with interval stakeholders to ensure a successful commercial outcome

• Proficient at drafting contracts and familiar with contract law

• Recent and relevant experience of leading cross functional/business unit teams

In this role, you will be the architect of Bupa’s IT category strategy, identifying cost-saving opportunities and managing high-level supplier relationships through modern SRM techniques. You will be expected to draft complex contracts, lead intense negotiations, and act as a vital interface between our internal business units and global strategies. Bupa offers a supportive culture with benefits like 25 days of holiday, enhanced pensions, and onsite gym access. If you are a seasoned procurement professional who thrives on delivering value while mitigating supply chain risks, we would love to hear how you can help us make health happen.