Category Sourcing Manager - Market Data and Financial Services

My Client, a global financial services company is looking for a contract Category Sourcing Manager to join the team for an initial 6 months.

The ideal candidate will assist in the execution of the global sourcing strategy specifically for market data and financial services software across the company's divisions world wide. You will maintain deep category knowledge, oversee strategy, sourcing methodologies and be the primary point of contact and occasional lead for category and high dollar/high risk negotiations.

What we need is a person with an understanding of Market Data and/or Financial Services software, who is flexible in their approach, with strong written and verbal communication skills. You will be able to set up complex negotiation strategies and lead cross-functional teams.Strong organisational skills.

We're looking for someone who is an undergraduate or who has a supply chain degree, advanced degree/CIPS or equivalent preferred. Demonstrated experience managing large complex projects. Extensive knowledge and understanding of procurement and sourcing processes and practices for their category. Demonstrated experience managing spend categories and demonstrated experience in negotiating successful results.