Category Manager – It

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ph3Position Purpose /h3 pAs Category Manager - IT, you will design, deploy, and continuously evolve global sourcing strategies for IT hardware, software, and related IT services across the organisation.
Operating in a highly regulated and cost-sensitive generics pharmaceutical environment, this role is critical in ensuring IT performance, cybersecurity, scalability, compliance, and cost efficiency, while enabling digital transformation and business continuity.
You will act as a strategic partner to IT, Digital, Finance, and Business teams, driving value through category management, supplier relationship management, financial governance, and support for Budget and Long-Range Planning (LRP) activities.
/p h3Position Purpose /h3 pAs Category Manager - IT, you will design, deploy, and continuously evolve global sourcing strategies for IT hardware, software, and related IT services across the organisation.
Operating in a highly regulated and cost-sensitive generics pharmaceutical environment, this role is critical in ensuring IT performance, cybersecurity, scalability, compliance, and cost efficiency, while enabling digital transformation and business continuity.
You will act as a strategic partner to IT, Digital, Finance, and Business teams, driving value through category management, supplier relationship management, financial governance, and support for Budget and Long-Range Planning (LRP) activities.
/p h3Key Responsibilities And Duties /h3 h3Category Strategy Value Creation /h3 ul liDefine and execute global, multi-year category strategies for IT hardware, software, cloud solutions, and IT services.
/li liAlign sourcing strategies with IT and digital roadmaps, cybersecurity requirements, data integrity standards, and cost optimisation objectives.
/li liDrive value creation through licence and application rationalisation, vendor consolidation, platform standardisation, and scalable cloud-based solutions.
/li liMonitor IT market trends, including software licensing, cloud economics, AI, automation, and vendor developments,



translating insights into sourcing decisions.
/li /ul h3Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) /h3 ul liLead strategic relationships with key IT suppliers, including OEMs, software publishers, cloud providers, and service partners.
/li liDesign and implement a structured SRM framework, including supplier segmentation, governance models, and continuous improvement initiatives.
/li liDefine, monitor, and challenge supplier performance through KPIs and regular reviews.
/li liMitigate supplier risk through dual sourcing strategies, exit planning, cybersecurity assessments, and business continuity measures.
/li /ul h3Cross-Functional Collaboration /h3 ul liPartner closely with Procurement CoE, IT Digital, Cybersecurity, Finance, Legal, and Compliance teams.
/li liSupport major technology programmes such as ERP implementations, cloud transformations, infrastructure upgrades, and digital initiatives.
/li liContribute to IT governance forums and strategic decision-making bodies.
/li /ul h3Cost Management Budget / LRP /h3 ul liSupport annual budgeting and Long Range Planning (LRP) activities for IT spend.
/li liChallenge demand forecasts, cost drivers, and sourcing models to identify productivity and optimisation opportunities.
/li liEnsure budget control, forecast accuracy, and variance analysis across IT categories.
/li liWork with Procurement CoE and Finance to track savings delivery, cost evolution, and capitalisation impacts.
/li /ul h3Sustainability ESG /h3 ul liIntegrate ESG criteria into supplier selection, evaluation, and performance management.




/li liPromote sustainable practices and collaborate with suppliers on carbon reduction initiatives.
/li liMonitor and report sustainability KPIs in line with corporate ESG objectives and reporting requirements.
/li /ul h3Governance Compliance /h3 ul liEnsure compliance with procurement policies, cybersecurity requirements, data integrity standards, and audit expectations.
/li liMaintain accurate documentation, contracts, and supplier records.
/li liProactively manage supplier, contract, and operational risks.
/li /ul h3Qualifications Required Skills /h3 ul liMaster's degree in Procurement, IT, Digital, or a related field.
/li li8-12 years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement, ideally within IT/Digital categories in the pharmaceutical or FMCG sector.
/li liStrong expertise in IT category strategy, supplier relationship management, and complex negotiations.
/li liSolid understanding of IT cost structures, software licensing models, cloud economics, and service delivery frameworks.
/li liProven experience managing global suppliers and delivering complex procurement projects.
/li liExcellent stakeholder management, influencing, negotiation, and project leadership skills.
/li liFluent English, both written and spoken; additional languages are an advantage.
/li liStrong analytical mindset with the ability to translate market insights into business value.
/li /ul h3Diversity is a Fact.
Inclusion is an Act @ Zentiva /h3 pAt Zentiva, we are a team of unique talents united by our purpose to provide health and well-being for all generations.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to contribute to their full potential.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of educational background, professional experience, culture, ethnicity, life experience, abilities, religious or philosophical beliefs, or who they choose to love.
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Be part of our winning culture.
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