Category Leader IT Procurement (100%)

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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.

Your responsibilities:

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