We are currently seeking for our Headquarter in Hamburg a highly motivated and dedicated
Senior Global Category Manager (all genders)
Full-time and permanent
Other Locations: Toulouse, Verona, Abingdon
This role owns the end-to-end IT & Telecom category strategy across a multi-region footprint. The role drives commercial value, supplier optimisation, and innovation while partnering with IT Leadership. The role operates across multiple regions and leads strategic supplier relationships, complex sourcing initiatives, and category transformation activities. The role combines strategic thinking with hands-on delivery and includes direct leadership of category team members.
Key Responsibilities
Define and own global category strategy for IT & Telecom categories
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and complex negotiations
Develop supplier segmentation and strategic supplier management approach
Manage key global suppliers and lead supplier governance (QBRs)
Partner with IT leadership to align procurement with technology strategy
Drive cost optimisation, value creation, and innovation opportunities
Develop and manage sourcing pipeline and savings delivery
Influence stakeholders at EVP and SVP level
Ensure compliance with procurement policies and governance
Collaborate with Procurement Operations and Excellence teams
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Business - Essential
Master's Degree or MBA - Desirable
MCIPS (Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply) or equivalent
Certified Technology Procurement qualification (where available) - Desirable
8–12+ years procurement experience, with strong IT category experience
Proven experience managing complex sourcing initiatives
Strong commercial and negotiation capability
Experience managing global or multi-region suppliers
Strong stakeholder engagement at senior levels
Understanding of IT cost drivers and market dynamics
Ability to operate in a matrix environment
Our Offer
A position within a vigorous and exciting professional environment promoted by an open culture and a spirit of community
A diverse, international workforce with a dynamic working environment that fosters creativity, innovations and teamwork
30 days of annual holiday, monthly allowance for public transportation, and in-house canteen
Capital forming benefits, flexible working hours, holiday pay, and annual bonus depending on performance
To apply, please click on the “ Apply ” button and provide your application documents (CV and cover letter, including earliest possible start date and salary requirements). We are looking forward to getting to know you and to your application.
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EN: In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities.
IT: In compliance with fundamental ethical and professional principles and with Legislative Decree 198/2006, Evotec is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a safe, diverse, and inclusive workplace built on mutual respect. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees based on their skills, experience, and professional qualifications. In line with our ethical and professional principles, all employment-related decisions, including recruitment and selection processes, are made fairly and without any form of discrimination. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.