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About the role
- Category Manager responsible for Procurement Category Management in IT infrastructure at UNIQA. Leading sourcing processes and ensuring compliance in strategic purchasing.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for procurement category management in the IT Infrastructure & Telecommunications sub-category — including development of sourcing strategy and alignment with internal stakeholders
- Independently manage sourcing processes (e.g., RFIs, RFPs, contract renewals) — from requirements gathering to contract signature
- Lead contract negotiations and actively manage supplier relationships
- Ensure transparent procurement and supplier selection processes
- Ensure compliance with legal, risk-related and regulatory requirements throughout the sourcing and contracting process
- Contribute to company-wide projects (e.g., DORA, CSDDD)
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years' experience in category management and/or strategic procurement
- University degree (e.g., Computer Science, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field)
- Solid subject-matter expertise in the relevant area (e.g., IT architecture, software, IT services)
- Proven track record of delivering cost savings
- Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and manage stakeholders in a cross-functional environment
- Experience with SAP Ariba or similar e-procurement systems is a plus
- Knowledge of artificial intelligence or a strong affinity for AI topics is advantageous
- Excellent German and English language skills
Benefits
- A structured onboarding plan, welcome events and a buddy system ensure a smooth start
- Flexible working hours with short core times allow a flexible workday
- Discounted DO&CO canteen at the office and a meal allowance for home office work
- On-site vaccination campaigns, preventive health check-ups and blood donation events are regularly offered
- Free and confidential coaching sessions for private and professional challenges
- Modern, bright office with break areas in the city center and up-to-date IT equipment to support collaboration
- Option to work from home and a financial starter package for personal use
- Numerous social events — summer parties, rooftop after-work gatherings or winter mulled wine — offering many opportunities to network and celebrate together
- Remote work within the EU: work up to 20 days per year from an EU country of your choice
- Stress-free commute: excellent public transport connections
- Support from the works council — benefit from a variety of subsidies and offers
- Discounted insurance options and company contributions provide solid protection; vouchers for supermarkets, perfumeries, furniture and DIY stores and more are also available
- Various training and development opportunities to support professional and personal growth
- We cover 50% of your annual public transport season ticket
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