UNIQA Insurance Group

Category Manager – Strategic Procurement, IT

UNIQA Insurance Group

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Wien • Austria

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Salary

💰 €60,000 per year

About the role

  • Responsible for procurement category management in the IT Infrastructure & Telecommunications sub-category — including development of sourcing strategy and alignment with internal stakeholders
  • Independently manage sourcing processes (e.g., RFIs, RFPs, contract renewals) — from requirements gathering to contract signature
  • Lead contract negotiations and actively manage supplier relationships
  • Ensure transparent procurement and supplier selection processes
  • Ensure compliance with legal, risk-related and regulatory requirements throughout the sourcing and contracting process
  • Contribute to company-wide projects (e.g., DORA, CSDDD)

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in category management and/or strategic procurement
  • University degree (e.g., Computer Science, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field)
  • Solid subject-matter expertise in the relevant area (e.g., IT architecture, software, IT services)
  • Proven track record of delivering cost savings
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and manage stakeholders in a cross-functional environment
  • Experience with SAP Ariba or similar e-procurement systems is a plus
  • Knowledge of artificial intelligence or a strong affinity for AI topics is advantageous
  • Excellent German and English language skills
Benefits
  • A structured onboarding plan, welcome events and a buddy system ensure a smooth start
  • Flexible working hours with short core times allow a flexible workday
  • Discounted DO&CO canteen at the office and a meal allowance for home office work
  • On-site vaccination campaigns, preventive health check-ups and blood donation events are regularly offered
  • Free and confidential coaching sessions for private and professional challenges
  • Modern, bright office with break areas in the city center and up-to-date IT equipment to support collaboration
  • Option to work from home and a financial starter package for personal use
  • Numerous social events — summer parties, rooftop after-work gatherings or winter mulled wine — offering many opportunities to network and celebrate together
  • Remote work within the EU: work up to 20 days per year from an EU country of your choice
  • Stress-free commute: excellent public transport connections
  • Support from the works council — benefit from a variety of subsidies and offers
  • Discounted insurance options and company contributions provide solid protection; vouchers for supermarkets, perfumeries, furniture and DIY stores and more are also available
  • Various training and development opportunities to support professional and personal growth
  • We cover 50% of your annual public transport season ticket
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Hard Skills & Tools
category managementstrategic procurementsourcing strategycontract negotiationssupplier relationship managementcost savingsIT architecturesoftwareIT servicese-procurement
Soft Skills
communication skillsnegotiation skillsinfluencing skillsstakeholder managementcross-functional collaboration
Certifications
university degree