Category Manager It F/M/X

Category Manager It (F/M/X) Porto Porto, Porto, Portugal Job Description:At Mantu, we are looking for a new procurement category manager focused on IT procurement commodity to complete our growing department.The ideal candidate will have several years of procurement experience and will be highly driven by challenges, data analysis, and strategic thinking, topped with IT market knowledge.Your role:Help define commodity road map in line with group strategyCollect and advise on functional corporate/business requirementsManage a team of procurement officers to deploy the strategyConduct, develop, negotiate, and close commercial contractsBe an actor in group projects and critical negotiationsBe the motor of the growth of the commodity through process implementation, spend analysis, and KPI follow-upBe the main link between the procurement department and stakeholdersIdeal Profile:Fluent in English; any other language is aplusProven track record of RFP management for IT categoriesGood MS Office/automation knowledgeExperience in the indirect procurement field is mandatoryGreat communication and negotiation skillsA proactive person, ready to work in a growing environmentAbility to influence people and work autonomously1-3 years in procurement with ideally a strong background in IT commodityMastery of Generative AI such as ChatGPT or Poe.Com is a plus for improving day-to-day activityMantu is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to promoting diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability, or other characteristics.#J-18808-Ljbffr