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Global Category Leader – Infrastructure, Cloud & Security Procurement
Smith+Nephew. Lead development and execution of category strategies across infrastructure, cloud, networks, telecommunications, cybersecurity, workplace technology and related services .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in leading technology procurement strategies across infrastructure, cloud, networks, and cybersecurity, while fostering high-performing teams and building strategic supplier relationships. Proficient in leveraging AI-enabled tools and advanced analytics to enhance procurement effectiveness and drive business transformation.
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Technology Procurement LeadershipGlobal Category Strategy DevelopmentComplex Sourcing InitiativesSupplier Relationship ManagementStakeholder Engagement
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Hard Skills
Category Strategy ExecutionSupplier Performance ImprovementCommercial NegotiationTechnology Investment AdvisoryAI-Enabled Tools Utilization
Soft Skills
Coaching and DevelopmentBuilding Trusted RelationshipsCuriosity and Continuous Improvement
Tools & Technologies
Advanced AnalyticsAutomation Tools
Industry Keywords
InfrastructureCloudNetworksCybersecurityWorkplace TechnologyTelecommunicationsManaged Service Providers
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCloudCyber Security
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead development and execution of category strategies across infrastructure, cloud, networks, telecommunications, cybersecurity, workplace technology and related services
- Lead strategic supplier relationships across hyperscalers, infrastructure providers, telecommunications partners, managed service providers and cybersecurity vendors
- Improve supplier performance, innovation, resilience and commercial outcomes
- Act as a trusted commercial advisor on technology investment decisions
- Challenge demand constructively and help stakeholders balance cost, security, risk and business priorities
- Coach and develop Category Managers
- Build procurement capability and a culture of accountability, curiosity and continuous improvement
- Champion AI-enabled tools, advanced analytics and automation for category planning, supplier intelligence and procurement effectiveness
Requirements
What you’ll need- Significant experience leading technology procurement categories across infrastructure, cloud, networks, cybersecurity or workplace technology environments
- Proven track record developing and executing global category strategies that deliver measurable value, innovation and business transformation
- Strong experience leading complex sourcing initiatives, strategic supplier relationships and commercial negotiations
- Proven leadership experience developing high-performing teams and building trusted relationships across technology, finance, legal and business functions
- Ability to engage with senior stakeholders, shape business decisions and translate technology roadmaps into effective supplier and category strategies
Benefits
Comp & perks- Generous annual bonus
- Pension schemes
- Save As You Earn share options
- Flexible vacation and time off
- Paid holidays
- Paid volunteering hours
- Private health and dental plans
- Healthcare cash plans
- Income protection
- Life assurance
- Hybrid working model
- Hands-on, team-customised training
- Mentorship
- Discounts on gyms and fitness clubs
- Salary sacrifice bicycle and car schemes
- Other employee discounts