Department: 61-681 - Technology Operations - Delivery & Strategic Programmes :At DAZN, we're redefining how the world experiences sport. As the global home of live and on-demand sports streaming, we operate at the intersection of technology, media, and fandom — delivering premium content to millions of subscribers across multiple markets.Joining DAZN means working in a high-growth, high-performance environment where innovation is constant and ambition is encouraged. You'll collaborate with world-class talent across product, technology, content, and commercial teams, building experiences that truly matter to fans.Whether you're shaping strategy, building platforms, producing content, or leading teams, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on a global stage.As our Technology Procurement Category Manager, you'll own the strategy and execution for how we source, negotiate, and manage the technology that powers the world's leading sports streaming platform. From cloud infrastructure to SaaS platforms, broadcast tech to AI tooling—if it's tech and we're buying it, you'll have a hand in making it happen.You'll work closely with teams across Engineering, Product, Finance, Legal, and IT to make sure we're getting the best value, building strong vendor partnerships, and staying ahead of the curve. If you're passionate about technology, love a good negotiation, and want to be part of something that millions of sports fans care about—let's talk.Owning category strategy – Develop and execute procurement strategies across technology categories including cloud, SaaS, infrastructure, broadcast/streaming tech, cybersecurity, and AI/ML toolingRunning sourcing & negotiations – Lead end-to-end sourcing activities, from RFPs to contract negotiation, securing favourable terms and long-term valueBuilding vendor relationships – Manage strategic supplier partnerships, conduct performance reviews, and hold vendors accountable to SLAs and deliverablesDriving cost optimisation – Analyse spend data to identify savings opportunities, eliminate waste, and support FinOps initiatives across cloud and SaaSCollaborating cross-functionally – Partner with Engineering, IT, Product, Finance, and Legal to understand requirements and align procurement with business prioritiesImplementing tools & processes – Identify opportunities to improve procurement operations through new tools, automation, or policy enhancementsStaying ahead of the market – Track emerging technologies, vendor landscapes, and industry trends to inform sourcing decisions and bring fresh ideas to the tableSupporting AI & innovation initiatives – Contribute to the evaluation and procurement of AI/ML solutions and help embed responsible, forward-thinking sourcing practices3–5 years' experience in technology procurement, sourcing, or category management~ Solid track record negotiating contracts and managing vendors across technology categories~ Strong analytical skills—comfortable digging into spend data and turning insights into action~ Organised and delivery-focused, able to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously~ Genuine interest in technology and how it enables business outcomes
Benefits include access to DAZN, medical insurance fully funded by the company provided by Cigna (including access to a medical chart, premium hospitals and a reimbursement policy), Cobee flexible compensation policy: €180 every month to be used on a range of social benefits, refer a friend scheme, learning and development resources, opportunity for hybrid working (remove if role is 100% office based with shifts e.G.