Senior Global IT Category Manager – Procurement

Unilabs

Senior Global IT Category Manager leading strategic sourcing and category management of IT spend at Unilabs, driving value and innovation for healthcare solutions.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeBarcelona • 🇪🇸 SpainSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct market analysis and supplier segmentation to identify opportunities.
Lead cross-border IT deals and end-to-end category management process that includes RFPs, negotiations, and contract awards/management, at the same time as delivering commercial and strategic value to the business.
Define and execute global sourcing strategies across all IT categories: Software, Hardware, Telecom and Network, Cloud Hosting, IT Services, and AI Solutions.
Develop and maintain strong partnerships with key global suppliers, driving innovation, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation.
Manage key supplier relationships and performance, including SLAs and KPIs.
Act as a trusted advisor to senior IT stakeholders, guiding supplier selection and ensuring alignment with business and technology objectives, whilst driving commercial value
Collaborate with IT leadership team to understand requirements and ensure they align with the business strategy
Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on IT category and commercial matters.
Perform and deliver complex IT agreements, including enterprise software licensing, SaaS, cloud infrastructure, and managed services.
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial terms in IT contracts.
Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal policies and governance frameworks and standards.
Foster strategic vendor partnerships with both major and niche technology suppliers, focusing on cost optimisation, innovation, and long-term value.
Play a central role in a high-performing, collaborative Global Procurement team, exemplifying best-in-class sourcing practices.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and commercial excellence.
Support capability development across the category management team through coaching, training, and knowledge sharing.
Coach and develop the team to ensure operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Monitor technology market trends and identify new opportunities for strategic sourcing and digital enablement.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Extensive experience i.e. 10+ years in global senior IT procurement, strategic sourcing and category management within multinational environments
Proven expertise in IT contract negotiation and management of software licencing models and commercial frameworks, across Technology categories (Software, IT Services i.e. SaaS, Cloud, enterprise agreements, Hardware and Telecoms)
A strong experience with Cloud deployment would be a plus
Collaborative, engaging and influential style, with proven success building credible senior stakeholders and shape business decisions.
Solid understanding of the IT industry and major technology providers.
Certifications like CIPS, ITIL would be an advantage
Experience with digital applications and AI-driven healthcare solutions would be an advantage
Fluent in English, spoken and written
A highly collaborative and true team player.
Proactive with a positive, solutions-focused mindset.
Comfortable working at pace, consistently delivering to deadlines, and stable under pressure.
Resilient and adaptable to change
Experience of leading and developing a team of category managers through transformation and change

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Pharmaceuticals Unilabs is a leading international provider of diagnostic services, offering comprehensive laboratory, imaging, and pathology services across fifteen countries. With over 30 years of experience in the healthcare sector, Unilabs partners with pharmaceutical companies to support clinical trials and has contributed to more than 3,000 studies. The company's CARE BIG culture emphasizes quality service, customer orientation, and collaboration. Unilabs operates in multiple regions including Europe and the Middle East, making a significant impact on the health of millions every day by providing reliable and personalized diagnostic services. Senior Global IT Category Manager – Procurement 🔥 42 minutes ago 🏢🏡 Barcelona – Hybrid ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior 💻 IT Support Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Conduct market analysis and supplier segmentation to identify opportunities.
Lead cross-border IT deals and end-to-end category management process that includes RFPs, negotiations, and contract awards/management, at the same time as delivering commercial and strategic value to the business.
Define and execute global sourcing strategies across all IT categories: Software, Hardware, Telecom and Network, Cloud Hosting, IT Services, and AI Solutions.
Develop and maintain strong partnerships with key global suppliers, driving innovation, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation.
Manage key supplier relationships and performance, including SLAs and KPIs.
Act as a trusted advisor to senior IT stakeholders, guiding supplier selection and ensuring alignment with business and technology objectives, whilst driving commercial value
Collaborate with IT leadership team to understand requirements and ensure they align with the business strategy
Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on IT category and commercial matters.
Perform and deliver complex IT agreements, including enterprise software licensing, SaaS, cloud infrastructure, and managed services.
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial terms in IT contracts.
Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal policies and governance frameworks and standards.
Foster strategic vendor partnerships with both major and niche technology suppliers, focusing on cost optimisation, innovation, and long-term value.
Play a central role in a high-performing, collaborative Global Procurement team, exemplifying best-in-class sourcing practices.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and commercial excellence.
Support capability development across the category management team through coaching, training, and knowledge sharing.
Coach and develop the team to ensure operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Monitor technology market trends and identify new opportunities for strategic sourcing and digital enablement. 🎯 Requirements
Extensive experience i.e. 10+ years in global senior IT procurement, strategic sourcing and category management within multinational environments
Proven expertise in IT contract negotiation and management of software licencing models and commercial frameworks, across Technology categories (Software, IT Services i.e. SaaS, Cloud, enterprise agreements, Hardware and Telecoms)
A strong experience with Cloud deployment would be a plus
Collaborative, engaging and influential style, with proven success building credible senior stakeholders and shape business decisions.
Solid understanding of the IT industry and major technology providers.
Certifications like CIPS, ITIL would be an advantage
Experience with digital applications and AI-driven healthcare solutions would be an advantage
Fluent in English, spoken and written
A highly collaborative and true team player.
Proactive with a positive, solutions-focused mindset.
Comfortable working at pace, consistently delivering to deadlines, and stable under pressure.
Resilient and adaptable to change
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Hard Skills & Tools

IT Contract ManagementSoftware Licensing ModelsCloud DeploymentSaaSEnterprise AgreementsTelecomsDigital ApplicationsAI-Driven Healthcare SolutionsRFP ManagementKPI Management

Soft Skills

CollaborativeInfluentialProactiveResilientSolutions-Focused

Certifications

CIPSITIL