IT Category Expert Advisor – Value Engineering & Strategic Sourcing

As an IT Category Expert Advisor, you will operate at the intersection of consulting, procurement, and commercial value creation. Your role is to lead IT opportunity assessments, identify and validate savings potential, and shape category strategies prior to large‑scale procurement transformation or managed services engagements. You will work closely with senior client stakeholders and translate complex data into clear, executive‑ready recommendations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead IT category workstreams in opportunity assessment and diagnostic projects
• Engage senior stakeholders (e.g., CIO, IT leadership) to understand demand, operating models, and priorities
• Analyze IT spend, supplier landscapes, and key contracts
• Identify, quantify, and validate savings and optimization opportunities
• Develop category strategies and recommended supplier approaches
• Prepare concise, executive‑level presentations and summaries
• Lead client discussions and robustly challenge existing sourcing approaches
• Support follow‑up deep dives, Q&A, and negotiation preparation
• Contribute to internal category knowledge and best practices

Your Profile

IT Category Expertise

• Deep expertise across IT, with specialist knowledge in one or more sub‑categories:
• Hardware, Software, Infrastructure, Telecommunications, Services
• Strong understanding of supplier ecosystems, pricing models, and value levers

Procurement & Commercial Experience

• Proven experience in strategic sourcing and procurement
• Track record of delivering measurable savings
• Experience with complex contract negotiations

Consulting Mindset

• Client‑facing or advisory experience
• Structured problem‑solving and clear communication

What to Expect

• High‑impact, fast‑paced projects across multiple industries
• Regular exposure to senior client leadership
• Direct influence on deal outcomes and value creation strategies
• Collaboration with international, cross‑functional teams

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