Category Leader IT Procurement (100%)
Key information
- Publication date:10 December 2024
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Unlimited employment
- Language:German (Fluent), French (Fluent), English (Fluent)
- Place of work:Flugsicherungsstrasse 1, 8602 Dübendorf
Skyguide provides air navigation services in Switzerland and parts of neighbouring countries. With around 1500 employees from more than 30 nations, we are pursuing an ambitious innovation strategy that is based on a strong safety and learning culture. We are guided by four values: "We team up to succeed", "We drive innovation", "We own what we do" and, finally, "We create great customer value".
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In this role you are responsible for overseeing the procurement and management of IT-related goods and services for Skyguide. This includes developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, optimizing costs, and ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Develop and implement category strategies for IT procurement, including hardware, software, IT services, cloud solutions, and telecom
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard strategic suppliers for IT products and services
- Negotiate contracts, service level agreements (SLAs), and terms of engagement with suppliers
- Analyze total cost of ownership (TCO) for IT purchases and identify cost-saving/avoidance opportunities
- Communicate category plans and procurement strategies effectively to leadership and stakeholders
- Assess risks related to IT suppliers, including cybersecurity, compliance, and delivery risks
- Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to category management, such as cost savings, supplier performance, and contract adherence
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, IT, Business Administration, or a related field
- Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPM, PMP) is a plus
- 5+ years of experience in IT procurement, sourcing, or category management
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a matrix organization
- Excellent diplomatic communication abilities to effectively interact with expert organizations
- Proficient in English written and orally, good command in French and/or German is a plus
Location: Wangen b. Dübendorf
When: 01.04.2025
Work percentage: 100%
