Join a dynamic and strategic procurement organization at the heart of a multinational industry leader. The INS (Industrial Products and Services) team, structured across 6 sub-categories and located in 6 hubs worldwide, ensures close proximity to plants and maximizes the benefits of our global scale. Centrally managed and category-driven, we prioritize deep expertise, efficient execution, and value creation.

s a Senior IT & Telco Procurement Manager, you will lead end-to-end procurement activities for your category, from strategic planning to contract execution. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, manage vendor relationships, and drive commercial excellence with a strong emphasis on performance, innovation, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete IT & Telco procurement lifecycle in coordination with project stakeholders.
• Develop purchasing strategies aligned with technical and business goals.
• Lead vendor selection and manage the tendering process to secure optimal quality, availability, and total cost of ownership (TCO).
• Execute contract negotiations to deliver best-in-class outcomes.
• Design and secure approval for contracts in accordance with internal governance and general conditions.
• Ensure timely execution and compliance with procurement processes.
• Utilize and deploy procurement productivity tools to enhance efficiency.
• Conduct cost analysis, benchmarking, and identify bundling and synergy opportunities.
• Manage contract lifecycle and supplier performance reviews.
• Lead and coach a team of 1–2 direct reports (Buyers/Senior Buyers).
• Collaborate with the Business Center of Excellence (BCoE) on contract realization and purchase order management.
• Provide strategic guidance on procurement opportunities and risks to technical and business teams.
• Build and maintain a 12–24 month roadmap for major procurement projects and renewals.
• Update procurement activities and reporting tools on a regular basis.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in Economics, Engineering, Supply Chain, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, preferably in IT & Telco.
• Fluent in English; additional European languages are a plus.

Competencies & Requirements

• Proven negotiation skills with a strong focus on stakeholder management.
• In-depth understanding of large software vendors (e.g., Microsoft, SAP, Oracle, Salesforce), including licensing models and administrative processes.
• SAP catalog experience is essential.
• Experience managing hyper-scaler accounts (Azure, AWS, GCP, Oracle Cloud).
• Familiarity with cybersecurity solutions (e.g., Darktrace, Microsoft Sentinel).
• Exposure to niche or startup platforms (e.g., Monday.com).
• Strong grasp of IT/OT convergence and related technologies is a plus.
• Demonstrated analytical skills and a comfort with financial and performance data.
• Excellent project management capabilities with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to manage change and influence technical decisions.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or other quality management standards is an advantage.
• Strategic thinker with a customer-centric, results-driven approach.
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