Category Leader IT Procurement

Category Leader IT Procurement (100%)
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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Category Leader IT Procurement (100%)
Location: Wangen b. Düb. &/or Geneva
When: By mutual agreement
Your mission:
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 while fostering collaboration across diverse stakeholders and perspectives and maintaining contract and supplier master data in the ERP system (S/4 Hana).
Your tasks:
Develop and implement category strategies for IT procurement, including hardware, software, IT services, data centers, cloud solutions, and telecom
Identify, evaluate, onboard, and manage strategic suppliers for IT products and services, ensuring fair and objective selection processes while assessing supplier-related risks, including cybersecurity, compliance, and delivery risks
Negotiate contracts, service level agreements (SLAs), and terms of engagement with suppliers, while analyzing total cost of ownership (TCO) and identifying cost-saving and cost-avoidance opportunities
Act as a trusted procurement business partner, working closely with stakeholders across the organization to understand business needs and deliver value-driven solutions
Communicate category plans and procurement strategies effectively to leadership and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and consideration of diverse perspectives
Own and execute the full contract lifecycle, including maintaining contract records, tracking renewals and expirations, and mitigating contractual and commercial risks
Track, analyze, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to category performance, supplier management, contract compliance, and cost optimization
What we are looking for:
Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, IT, Business Administration, or a related field; a master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g. CIPS, CPM, PMP) are a plus
5+ years of experience in IT procurement, sourcing, or category management, preferably within an Air Traffic Management environment, including hands-on experience with SAP, ideally SAP S/4HANA, in procurement and contract management processes
Strong negotiation and contract management skills
Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams in a matrix organization
Communication: Excellent diplomatic communication abilities to build trusted relationships with stakeholders and expert organizations
Building Relationships: You value diverse perspectives, respect personal boundaries, and invest in meaningful professional relationships
Proficient in English, both written and spoken; French and/or German is an asset
What we offer:
We offer flexible working options, depending on the role, and a competitive salary with attractive working conditions and numerous fringe benefits. Our employees have access to a wide range of training opportunities to support their growth and development. As an equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team, bringing together people of different identities and backgrounds. jid7b31fe2a jit0835a jiy26a