Category Manager, Software and IT Services

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Category Manager, Software and IT Services

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Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew, we craft and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living!

In the role of Category Manager for Software and IT Services, your expertise will be crucial in planning and leading important projects. You will contribute to the strength and innovation of our technological infrastructure.

This role will handle expenditure, engage with partners and suppliers, and support the development of our category strategy. Your proactive approach will help define specifications, manage demand, and develop supplier performance and innovation. You will be instrumental in building relationships that propel our mission forward.

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What will you be doing?

• Leading sourcing activities, handling key relationships, and coordinating the creation, application, and review of contracts.
• Contributing to the development and execution of the strategy for Software and IT Services, ensuring alignment with business goals and partner approval.
• Collecting and analysing data on suppliers, market trends, and internal business needs to advise category strategies and decision-making.
• Identifying and mitigating supplier risks, resolving performance issues, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Communicating strategies and negotiated contracts to relevant partners, ensuring consistent application and understanding.
• Supporting the innovation agenda by collaborating with strategic suppliers and driving continuous improvement initiatives within the Category.
  
  
  

• Inclusion, Diversity and Equity: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Growing on Diversity, Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website
• Your Future: Generous annual bonus and pension Schemes, Save As You Earn share options.
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Vacation and Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Volunteering Hours, so we can give back to our communities!
• Your Wellbeing: Private Health and Dental plans, Healthcare Cash Plans, Income Protection, Life Assurance and much more.
• Flexibility: Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles).
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship.
• Extra Perks: Discounts on Gyms and fitness clubs, Salary Sacrifice Bicycle and Car Schemes and many other Employee discounts.
  
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing and Sales

• Industries

  Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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