Category Manager – Cloud

This role sits within LSEG’s Group Procurement function, supporting the Cloud Category team within the Technology spend tower.

Responsibilities

• Define, develop and implement cloud category strategies for the group.
• Partner with key stakeholders to deliver against strategic initiatives and maximise vendor value.
• Use data and market insights to guide sourcing decisions and cost optimisation activities.
• Anticipate procurement risks (e.g., licensing compliance, vendor lock‑in) and develop mitigation strategies.
• Lead sourcing initiatives, RFPs, and contract negotiations with Cloud Service Providers (CSP’s).
• Ensure that contracts protect LSEG’s interests and mitigate operational and licensing risks.
• Leverage tools like e‑Procurement and e‑Auctions to drive value.
• Support supplier performance improvement and risk management.
• Build strong relationships with technology and business leaders, especially in Infrastructure, Cloud, Data and Analytics.
• Act as a commercial advisor and escalation point for CSP vendor issues.
• Lead SRM for strategic CSP vendors, including regular reviews and governance.
• Oversee renewals and focus on high‑value opportunities (e.g., product acquisition, cost optimisation, lifetime support and licensing).
• Maintain procurement systems and track savings and compliance metrics.
• Support end‑to‑end sourcing processes and contract variations.
• Promote guidelines and support procurement transformation.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Group Procurement.

Qualifications

• Strong procurement background in Technology, with a focus on Cloud Service Providers (CSP’s).
• Strong understanding of CSP licensing, commercial and contractual models and discount programmes.
• Demonstrable experience in technology contract negotiation, support and maintenance, licensing models, and supplier management.
• Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.
• Ability to influence internal partners up to Executive level.
• Degree or equivalent experience; experience in regulated or global environments preferred.
• Desirable MCIPS or similar procurement qualification.
• Experience in negotiating and managing CSP contracts (e.g., AWS, Google).
• Experience in Financial Services, FinTech, Technology, or global organisations.

Career Stage

Manager

Benefits

• Healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

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