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IT Category Manager

On-site in Barcelona·Added 2 days ago

Unilabs

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Overview

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Unilabs doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Barcelona
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 5+ years of experience
Mid-level role.

Requirements

What we're looking for

· Extensive experience i.e. 5+ years in IT procurement, strategic sourcing and category management within multinational environments

· Strong understanding of IT markets, licensing models, and digital technologies.

· Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

· Proven expertise in IT contract negotiation and management of software licencing models and commercial frameworks, across Technology categories (Software, IT Services i.e. SaaS, cloud, enterprise agreements, Hardware and Telecoms)

· Collaborative, engaging and influential style, with proven success building credible senior stakeholders and shape business decisions.

· Fluent in English, spoken and written

· A highly collaborative and true team player.

· Proactive with a positive, solutions-focused mindset.

· Comfortable working at pace, consistently delivering to deadlines, and stable under pressure.

· Resilient and adaptable to change

Nice to have

· Certifications like CIPS, ITIL would be an advantage

The role

As part of our ongoing wider transformation journey to build a more agile, efficient, and patient-centred organisation and strengthen our medical, operational and commercial performance - we are looking to recruit an IT Category Manager based in Barcelona, Spain.

The role is responsible for managing the sourcing strategy and supplier relationships across IT spend categories, including software, hardware, cloud services, telecoms, IT consultancy and AI solutions. The role supports the delivery of commercial value, risk management, and alignment with business and technology goals.

Reporting to the Senior Category Manager, you will play a critical role in supporting change, delivering results, and setting standards. You will also collaborate closely with stakeholders across the business to drive projects and enhance supplier performance

What you'll do

· Gains agreement and implements sourcing strategy for designated IT categories based on business needs and market insights.

· Expert for nominated category. Becomes "go-to" person for advice on market and sourcing trends. Develops deep understanding of category.

· Conduct spends analysis and supplier segmentation to identify opportunities.

· Support the Senior Global IT Category Manager in cross-border IT deals and end-to-end category management process that includes RFPs, negotiations, and contract awards/management

· Ensure contracts are commercially robust and legally compliant.

· Collaborate and build strong relationships with IT and business stakeholders to ensure to align spend category objectives with organisational goals.

· Draft, review, and negotiate commercial terms in IT contracts.

· Report, monitor on savings, compliance and risk

· Drive supplier innovation and continuous improvement

· Manage supplier performance, including service levels, KPIs, and relationship development.

How you'll work

There may be a requirement to travel as required by the business.

About Unilabs

Unilabs is a global leader in medical laboratory diagnostics, providing a comprehensive range of clinical laboratory testing services to patients and healthcare professionals. With a presence across Europe and Latin America, the company operates a vast network of laboratories and patient service centers, processing millions of tests annually and serving as a key partner for hospitals, clinics, and private practitioners. The company's scale and international footprint make it a significant player in the healthcare diagnostics industry.

In Spain, Unilabs has a strong presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, supporting its broader European operations. The company's work culture is international and collaborative, with English often used as the working language, making it accessible for international professionals. They actively recruit for roles in IT, legal, finance, and commercial operations, offering opportunities for career growth in a dynamic, cross-border environment.

Industry: Medical Labs
Founded: 1987
Employees: 5,000–10,000
Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland
In Spain: Barcelona, Madrid
Website: unilabs.com

Good to know if you are moving

Unilabs operates in multiple countries, offering international professionals opportunities to work in a truly global environment.
The company's official working language in many of its international teams is English, easing the transition for non-Spanish speakers.
Spain is a key market for Unilabs, with offices in Barcelona and Madrid, providing a gateway to the broader European healthcare sector.
The company offers roles in diverse fields such as IT, legal, finance, and commercial operations, not just laboratory science.
Unilabs provides relocation support and a structured onboarding process for international hires.

In their own words

About the company & team

Unilabs is on a multi-year journey to become Europe's leading diagnostics company. To achieve this, we need to operate our markets, build synergies that leverage our size and scale, and ensure we are best setup to meet the evolving needs of patients, medics and healthcare ecosystems.

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