Global IT Category- AI Transformation Manager
Core
Define and execute global IT Category strategy to enable AI demand across services, software, and infrastructure, driving sourcing, savings, and supplier ecosystem engagement.
Role type
Senior IC IT Category Manager (AI Transformation)
Builds
AI-related sourcing roadmaps, commercial models, and supplier ecosystems
Domain
IT Procurement / AI / Enterprise Technology
Required skills
Global IT category strategy, end-to-end sourcing (RFI/RFP/contracting), supplier ecosystem management, commercial negotiation, cost optimization, governance and risk controls, stakeholder engagement
Preferred skills
MBA or post-graduate qualification in Supply Chain/Procurement/Strategy, experience with cloud and managed services, AI contracting constructs (value/consumption models), supplier performance governance (KPIs/SLAs/QBRs)
Technologies
AI, GenAI, data and analytics, automation, cloud, managed services
Responsibilities
Define and execute global IT Category strategy and roadmap for AI-related demand; Translate business and technology AI needs into sourcing plans and category initiatives; Lead end-to-end sourcing activities including market analysis, RFI RFP, evaluation, and contracting; Evaluate AI solutions and supplier capabilities with technical and business stakeholders; Establish and operationalize AI-related contracting and commercial models; Build and manage strategic supplier relationships; Lead commercial negotiations and ensure robust contract governance; Drive cost optimization and value realization tracking; Embed governance and risk controls for AI sourcing with Legal, Risk, Security, and Compliance
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
