Global IT & Digital Procurement Category Manager

Global IT & Digital Procurement Category Manager Are you an experienced strategic procurement professional ready to drive global technology spend and digital transformation? Join a leading, fast-moving multinational enterprise as a Global IT & Digital Category Manager Vacancy number: V-20066562 - Leiden - IT - WO Bachelor - Detachering via YER The position As the Global IT & Digital Category Manager, you will lead the design, execution, and commercial management of our client's global technology spend. You will drive end-to-end strategic sourcing across the enterprise IT, Cloud, and software ecosystems. By building strong collaborative relationships with internal business leaders, you will optimize commercial value, mitigate supplier risk, and ensure that key technology partnerships support the company's broader digital evolution. About the company Our client is a highly successful, established multinational enterprise with extensive global operations. Operating within a dynamic, matrixed environment, the company is actively investing in enterprise-wide digital innovation, infrastructure modernization, and supply chain excellence. The global procurement division is highly professionalized, offering a sophisticated, collaborative, and results-driven environment. About you - Education: Bachelor or Master degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, IT, or an equivalent field. A professional procurement qualification (such as CIPS or equivalent) is highly desirable. - Experience: 7 to 10+ years of progressive experience in strategic procurement, with a minimum of 5 years dedicated specifically to Global IT, Software, and Digital category management. - Expertise: A strong commercial understanding of complex IT transformation projects, global enterprise software licensing, and cloud environments. - International Exposure: Proven experience working within a matrixed, multinational corporate environment, managing cross-border stakehol...