Global Category Manager IT

Through bold discovery and cutting-edge innovation, we lead an industry that is vital for the future of our planet: lighting. Through our leadership in connected lighting and the Internet of Things, we're breaking new ground in data analytics, AI, and smart solutions for homes, offices, cities, and beyond.

At Signify, you can shape tomorrow by building on our incredible 125+ year legacy while working toward even bolder sustainability goals. Our culture of continuous learning, creativity, and commitment to diversity and inclusion empowers you to grow your skills and career.

Join us, and together, we’ll transform our industry, making a lasting difference for brighter lives and a better world. You light the way.

This is an exciting job opportunity for you to light the way as a Global Category Manager IT in Bangalore (India) with Signify.

What you'll do

• Contribute to the Enterprise & Product IT category strategy in collaboration with other team members and senior business stakeholders;
• Lead and support IT, R&D, and business stakeholders in RFPs, supplier selection, contract negotiations, and execution for IT Hardware, Software, and Services;
• Identify savings opportunities and manage supplier commercial relationships and ongoing negotiations;
• Deliver on savings targets and other key procurement KPIs;
• Effectively prioritize business needs and manage expectations;
• Drive the strategic relationship with key IT, R&D, and business partners.

While we value and appreciate all applicants, we believe that the following experience and skills will be needed to shine brightly in this job opening:

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science or other relevant degree;
• 5+ years of relevant experience in IT Procurement in an international environment;
• Strong negotiation and contracting skills for IT contracts;
• Solid track record of delivering savings and process improvements;
• Demonstrated ability to manage senior stakeholders and experience working in global teams in a diverse environment;
• Strong commercial knowledge, knowledge of procurement processes and tools;
• Fluent in English, written and spoken.

You can grow a lasting career here. We’ll encourage you, support you, and challenge you. We’ll help you learn and progress in a way that’s right for you, with coaching and mentoring along the way. We’ll listen to you too, because we see and value every one of our 30,000+ people.

We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a full spectrum of bright ideas. With a global workforce representing 99 nationalities, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where every voice is heard and valued, helping us all achieve more together.

Come join us, and together we can light the way.