IT Indirect Procurement Manager - EMEAAbout the CompanyWell-known multinational company with a strong international footprint.About the OpportunityWe are looking for an IT Category Manager to join an international procurement team and take ownership of strategic indirect spend categories across EMEA, with a strong focus on IT procurement.This is not a traditional operational purchasing position. We are looking for someone with a genuine category management and strategic sourcing mindset, capable of acting as a business partner and building strong relationships across an international stakeholder environment.The role offers the opportunity to play a key part in an evolving procurement organization, contributing directly to supplier strategy, category development and long-term value creation.If you enjoy combining strategy, stakeholder management and hands-on execution within international environments, this could be an exciting next step.What will you be doing?- Shape and implement category strategies across IT and indirect spend areas within EMEA.- Take ownership of the IT supplier landscape, identifying opportunities for optimization, innovation and long-term value creation.- Lead sourcing initiatives end-to-end, including RFI/RFP/RFQ processes, supplier selection and contract negotiations.- Drive supplier consolidation, cost optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.- Build strong partnerships with internal stakeholders across IT, Finance, HR, Legal and other business functions.- Translate business requirements into sourcing opportunities and procurement strategies.- Act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner within the organization.- Monitor market trends, supplier ecosystems and innovation opportunities.What are we looking for?- Solid experience within Indirect Procurement, Strategic Sourcing or Category Management environments.- Strong exposure to IT-related categories such as Software, SaaS, Telecom, IT Services or Technology Vendors.- Experience in category ownership and strategy development, beyond transactional purchasing activities.- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills within international or matrix organizations.- Comfortable navigating evolving environments and helping build processes and best practices.- Proactive, hands-on and collaborative mindset.What’s in it for you?✔ Strategic role with regional and international exposure✔ Opportunity to contribute to a real procurement transformation journey✔ High visibility and interaction with international stakeholders✔ Dynamic and multicultural environment✔ Hybrid model based in Barcelona area✔ Competitive compensation package + bonus + benefits