Category Buyer – IT Services :
The Category Buyer – IT Services supports day‑to‑day sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management activities for assigned IT categories. This role focuses on transactional procurement execution, supplier coordination, data analysis, and contract administration, while supporting Category Leaders and Category Managers on strategic sourcing initiatives.
The Category Buyer plays an important role in ensuring compliant, timely, and cost‑effective procurement of IT goods and services while building foundational category and supplier knowledge.
Key Responsibilities:
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Execute sourcing and purchasing activities in line with established category strategies and procurement policies
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Support RFP/RFQ processes by preparing documentation, gathering requirements, and coordinating supplier responses
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Issue purchase orders, support contract activation, and ensure compliance with negotiated terms
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Maintain accurate pricing, supplier information, and contract data in procurement systems
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Support supplier performance tracking, reporting, and issue resolution
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Analyze spend, pricing, and supplier data to identify savings, compliance, or consolidation opportunities
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Coordinate with stakeholders to understand requirements related to IT services, software, hardware, or subscriptions
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Assist in supplier onboarding, documentation, and risk/compliance activities
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Monitor market benchmarking and supplier pricing trends within assigned categories
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Ensure procurement activities support budget, service, and delivery expectations
Basic Requirements:
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2-5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain operations
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Exposure to indirect procurement and/or IT categories is preferred
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Basic understanding of sourcing processes, contracts, and supplier management
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Proficiency in Excel and procurement or ERP systems
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Ability to work effectively in a structured, process‑driven environment
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Willingness to learn, develop category knowledge, and grow into more strategic roles
Bonus:
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Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related discipline
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Experience using procurement tools such as Ariba
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