Corporate Procurement seeks a strategic leader to enhance IT procurement. Join us to drive innovation in SaaS solutions IT Infrastructure and IT hardwareand cybersecurity supporting a resilient IT landscape in the dynamic energy sector. If youre proactive organized and securityfocused we look forward to meeting you!
What you will do:
- Lead a team of IT Strategic Procurement Managers
- Determine and implement the IT Category Strategy for the Axpo Group
- Drive strategic sourcing and contract management for IT solutions and cybersecurity.
- Build and maintain a robust IT supplier portfolio emphasizing compliance and innovation.
- Implement Category Management processes focusing on risk mitigation and security.
- Optimize IT spend balancing cost efficiency with compliance needs.
- Lead complex negotiations for cloud cybersecurityand IT hardware andinfrastructure projects.
- Collaborate with IT and security teams to align procurement with corporate strategies.
What you bring & who you are:
- University degree in Business Administration IT or related fields; procurement expertise is a plus.
- People leadership skills
- Proven IT contract management experience especially in SaaSIT Hardware and Infrastructure and cybersecurity.
- Understanding of consumptionbased IT environments and sector regulations like GDPR.
- Skilled in vendor managementlicensing and SLA negotiation.
- Strategic thinker with excellent communication skills.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity and regulatory trends in the energy sector is advantageous.
About the team:
Join a vibrant interdisciplinary team of Category Managers under the Head of Category Management. Work closely with Group IT cybersecurity and procurement colleagues across divisions to shape a resilient IT landscape. Enjoy an international collaborative environment driving innovation in IT procurement for the energy sector.