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Astek Group
Founded in France in 1988, Astek is a global player in engineering and technology consulting, present on five continents. With its expertise in many industrial and tertiary sectors, it supports its international clients in the intelligent deployment of their products and services, and in the implementation of their digital transformation.
Since its creation, the Group has based its development on a strong culture of entrepreneurship and innovation, and on the support and skills development of its 10 000 employees who are committed every day to promoting combination of digital technologies and complex systems engineering.
Join a Group rapidly developing in France and around the world, with a turnover of 705 M€ in 2024.
More on the Group on our website https://astek.net.
Position
We are currently looking for a candidate for the position of IT Network Procurement Manager for our client from the pharmacetical industry.
Additional information
The Senior IT Procurement Manager (Interim) is responsible for strategic management of IT procurement across categories such as network, telecom, hardware, and infosec, with a large global spend. The role involves leading end-to-end sourcing processes (RFX) and negotiating global, multi-year contracts with key IT vendors. The position is accountable for delivering cost savings and driving cost optimization within the managed category. A key aspect of the role is close collaboration with stakeholders (IT, Finance, Legal) as well as supplier relationship and risk management (SRM). It is a high-impact role requiring experience in a global environment and the ability to deliver measurable results quickly.
Offered salary
Salary: from 1360 to 1440 PLN net/day, depending on experience and competences.
You’re ideal for this role if you:
- have 10+ years of experience in global IT procurement and category management
- have a proven track record in leading complex RFX processes and negotiating multi-year contracts with Tier 1 IT vendors
- have strong knowledge of network, telecom, hardware, and infosec categories, including pricing and licensing models
- can effectively manage and influence senior stakeholders across IT, Finance, and Legal
- have experience in supplier relationship management (SRM) and risk mitigation
- demonstrate a strong commercial mindset with a focus on delivering cost savings and value
- can operate effectively in a fast-paced, interim environment and deliver quick, measurable results
Your day-to-day responsibilities include:
- leading end-to-end sourcing processes (RFX), from requirements definition to supplier selection and contract execution
- negotiating global, multi-year IT contracts with key vendors
- managing relationships with stakeholders across IT, Finance, and Legal
- driving cost optimization initiatives and delivering savings targets
- overseeing supplier performance, identifying risks, and implementing mitigation plans
- supporting the development and execution of IT category strategy and annual planning
- ensuring compliance with procurement policies, governance frameworks, and internal processes
Our recruitment process
Call with our Recruiter -> Call with our Business Manager -> Meeting with Client
If necessary, after call with the Recruiter, we also invite you to an additional technical verification stage.
Need more information? Contact me: irma.przetacznik@astek.net
What we offer
- Long-term collaboration
- Technical training, certifications, and skills development
- Competence Center mentoring – being a member of the Competence Center community from day one is an opportunity to develop your skills, participate in various conferences, and share knowledge and experience with people who face the same challenges every day
- Clear career path
- Employee benefits package (Multisport, private healthcare, life insurance)
- Friendly working atmosphere, team-building events, and team-building meetings
Referral system
It’s not about you? Recommend us your friend and get a bonus up to 7,000 PLN
Link: https://astek.pl/system-rekomendacji/
Information clause
The controller of the personal data is ASTEK Polska sp. z o.o. with its registered office in Warsaw, Al. Jana Pawła II 22, 00-133 Warszawa, Poland. You have the right to access your data, the right to request deletion of data, etc. Detailed information regarding processing can be found HERE: https://astek.pl/polityka-prywatnosci
You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time. If you withdraw your consent, please contact us by e-mail at privacy@astek.net or in writing to the administrator’s address.
Procedure for reporting by whistleblowers at ASTEK Polska sp. z o. o. [Link]
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AO226266
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