via reed · 29 June 2026 ·2 days ago

Technology Category Manager

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Central London Full-time GBP 70,000 – 70,000
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Technology Category Manager

London (Hybrid)

£70,000 + bonus

The Opportunity

REED Procurement are partnering with a leading, consumer-facing media organisation that delivers content and experiences to millions of users every month. Operating across digital, print, audio and live platforms, this is a business where technology is at the heart of everything they do.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Technology Category Manager to step into a highly visible role within a fast-paced, evolving environment. You’ll play a key part in shaping supplier strategy and driving commercial value across critical technology and broadcasting spend.

The Role

You’ll take ownership of a broad technology spend area, with a strong focus on software and professional services, while working closely with teams across technology, digital products, marketing and broadcasting.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading procurement activity across technology and broadcasting suppliers

  • Managing end-to-end sourcing programmes, from spend analysis through to negotiation and contract award

  • Delivering measurable cost savings and cost avoidance across your categories

  • Partnering with stakeholders across Technology, Digital, MarTech and Editorial teams

  • Ensuring robust supplier due diligence in collaboration with legal, finance, cyber security and data protection teams

  • Supporting governance, reporting, and procurement best practice

  • Contributing to cross-entity and global procurement initiatives

  • Acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders

About You
  • We’re looking for a commercially minded procurement professional who thrives in a fast-moving, delivery-focused environment.

  • Strong experience in technology procurement (software and professional services)

  • Proven success delivering end-to-end sourcing programmes

  • Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills

  • Experience with spend analysis, market benchmarking and business case development

  • A solid understanding of supplier contracts and commercial frameworks

  • Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills

  • A proactive, self-starting mindset with the ability to work independently

  • CIPS Level 4 qualification or above

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