Category Manager - IT & Professional Services

As a Category Manager at Diageo, you will have the exciting opportunity to oversee the IT and Professional Services category. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned with Diageo's business goals.
• Building and maintaining relationships with key suppliers to ensure high-quality services.
• Negotiating contracts to secure favorable terms for Diageo.
• Monitoring market trends and supply chain risks to make informed recommendations.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to incorporate their needs into category strategies.
• Identifying cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Conducting supplier performance evaluations and implementing improvement plans.
• Staying updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Ensuring compliance with laws and regulations related to IT and Professional Services.
• Preparing and presenting reports to senior management on category performance.
• Mentoring junior team members on procurement processes and procedures.
• Serving as a subject matter expert and providing guidance to other departments.
• Promoting diversity and inclusion in the procurement process.
• Seeking opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency.

Diageo is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and inclusivity. They do not discriminate based on various legally protected characteristics. As a Category Manager at Diageo, you will have the exciting opportunity to oversee the IT and Professional Services category. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned with Diageo's business goals.
• Building and maintaining relationships with key suppliers to ensure high-quality services.
• Negotiating contracts to secure favorable terms for Diageo.
• Monitoring market trends and supply chain risks to make informed recommendations.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to incorporate their needs into category strategies.
• Identifying cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Conducting supplier performance evaluations and implementing improvement plans.
• Staying updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Ensuring compliance with laws and regulations related to IT and Professional Services.
• Preparing and presenting reports to senior management on category performance.
• Mentoring junior team members on procurement processes and procedures.
• Serving as a subject matter expert and providing guidance to other departments.
• Promoting diversity and inclusion in the procurement process.
• Seeking opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency.

Diageo is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and inclusivity. They do not discriminate based on various legally protected characteristics.