Category Leader IT Procurement

Your mission

• Develop and implement category strategies for IT procurement, including hardware, software, IT services, data centers, cloud solutions, and telecom
• Identify, evaluate, onboard, and manage strategic suppliers for IT products and services, ensuring fair and objective selection processes while assessing supplier-related risks, including cybersecurity, compliance, and delivery risks
• Negotiate contracts, service level agreements (SLAs), and terms of engagement with suppliers, while analyzing total cost of ownership (TCO) and identifying cost-saving and cost-avoidance opportunities
• Act as a trusted procurement business partner, working closely with stakeholders across the organization to understand business needs and deliver value-driven solutions
• Communicate category plans and procurement strategies effectively to leadership and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and consideration of diverse perspectives
• Own and execute the full contract lifecycle, including maintaining contract records, tracking renewals and expirations, and mitigating contractual and commercial risks
• Track, analyze, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to category performance, supplier management, contract compliance, and cost optimization

Wangen b. Düb. &/or Geneva

By mutual agreement

• Develop and implement category strategies for IT procurement, including hardware, software, IT services, data centers, cloud solutions, and telecom
• Identify, evaluate, onboard, and manage strategic suppliers for IT products and services, ensuring fair and objective selection processes while assessing supplier-related risks, including cybersecurity, compliance, and delivery risks
• Negotiate contracts, service level agreements (SLAs), and terms of engagement with suppliers, while analyzing total cost of ownership (TCO) and identifying cost-saving and cost-avoidance opportunities
• Act as a trusted procurement business partner, working closely with stakeholders across the organization to understand business needs and deliver value-driven solutions
• Communicate category plans and procurement strategies effectively to leadership and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and consideration of diverse perspectives
• Own and execute the full contract lifecycle, including maintaining contract records, tracking renewals and expirations, and mitigating contractual and commercial risks
• Track, analyze, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to category performance, supplier management, contract compliance, and cost optimization

• Develop and implement category strategies for IT procurement, including hardware, software, IT services, data centers, cloud solutions, and telecom
• Identify, evaluate, onboard, and manage strategic suppliers for IT products and services, ensuring fair and objective selection processes while assessing supplier-related risks, including cybersecurity, compliance, and delivery risks
• Negotiate contracts, service level agreements (SLAs), and terms of engagement with suppliers, while analyzing total cost of ownership (TCO) and identifying cost-saving and cost-avoidance opportunities
• Act as a trusted procurement business partner, working closely with stakeholders across the organization to understand business needs and deliver value-driven solutions
• Communicate category plans and procurement strategies effectively to leadership and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and consideration of diverse perspectives
• Own and execute the full contract lifecycle, including maintaining contract records, tracking renewals and expirations, and mitigating contractual and commercial risks
• Track, analyze, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to category performance, supplier management, contract compliance, and cost optimization

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, IT, Business Administration, or a related field; a master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g. CIPS, CPM, PMP) are a plus
• 5+ years of experience in IT procurement, sourcing, or category management, preferably within an Air Traffic Management environment, including hands‑on experience with SAP, ideally SAP S/4
  
  HANA, in procurement and contract management processes
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams in a matrix organization
• Communication:
  Excellent diplomatic communication abilities to build trusted relationships with stakeholders and expert organizations
• Building Relationships:
  You value diverse perspectives, respect personal boundaries, and invest in meaningful professional relationships
• Proficient in English, both written and spoken;
  French and/or German is an asset

We offer flexible working options, depending on the role, and a competitive salary with attractive working conditions and numerous fringe benefits. Our employees have access to a wide range of training opportunities to support their growth and development. As an…