Procurement Category Manager (IT and Data)
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What the team is looking for.
Mistral is seeking a Procurement Category Manager (IT and Data) to drive cost savings across indirect spend. You will define and execute procurement strategies for IT and Data categories, leading negotiations, rationalizing contracts, and implementing processes to reduce complexity and cost.
Responsibilities:
- Lead global negotiations on indirect spend and drive cost savings
- Define and execute procurement strategies for Human Data & IT categories
- Identify existing contracts, tools, and needs; manage renewals and renegotiate agreements
- Build and manage supplier panels, reducing the number of suppliers and improving governance
- Rationalize tool usage and consolidate internal needs with business owners
- Lead procurement projects from RFP to contractualization
- Contribute to the digitization of the procurement process through P2P tool adoption
- Develop strong, trusted relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience as a Buyer/Category Manager, ideally in IT, SaaS, or data-related categories
- Proven negotiation skills with large providers in tense markets
- Ability to manage multiple projects and align stakeholders
- Strong communication and assertiveness to push back and build relationships
- Agile, adaptable, and able to work in fast-paced environments
Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Benefits vary by country and may include healthcare coverage, parental leave, retirement plans, relocation support, wellness programs, meal and transportation allowances, and other location-specific perks.
- procurement
- negotiation
- supplier management
- strategic planning
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