Senior Global Category Manager - IT (all genders)

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Our team of more than 1,500 employees spans different continents, cultures and disciplines. With our inclusive values, we celebrate the unique perspectives and talents each individual brings to the table and foster a dynamic work environment where new ideas thrive.

Become part of our winning team and help us create a world that works better.

Responsibilities

As Senior Global Category Manager – IT (Hardware, Software & Services), you will be responsible for the strategic procurement and end-to-end category management of IT Hardware, Software, and IT Services across our global organization. You will develop and implement a comprehensive category strategy, manage key suppliers and commercial agreements, and ensure cost-efficient, innovative, and future-oriented procurement decisions.

In this role, you will work closely with stakeholders from IT, R&D, Product Management, Finance, and Legal to understand requirements, optimize total cost of ownership, and drive value across the organization. You will lead complex sourcing initiatives, negotiate high-impact contracts, and support the global procurement strategy with market insights, risk management, and continuous improvement.

• Identify and drive cost reduction, process efficiency, and value creation initiatives across global, regional, and site-level IT Software, Hardware, and Services categories.
• Contribute to high-impact strategic projects with visibility at executive level and help shape a future-oriented IT procurement landscape.
• Develop and implement category procurement strategies in close collaboration with global stakeholders such as IT, R&D, Finance, Legal, and the Global Category Team Lead/Director.
• Manage and lead complex contract negotiations covering software licensing, hardware procurement, service agreements, SLAs
• Support the integration of sustainability, compliance, and risk management into procurement decisions and supplier selection processes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define requirements, align sourcing strategies with business needs, and ensure smooth execution.
• Monitor market trends, supplier performance, innovation, and risk factors to continuously improve the supplier base and overall category performance.
• Ensure full adherence to global procurement policies, governance standards, and contribute to the improvement of tools, processes, and best practices.

Requirements

Professional Experience & Expertise

• Extensive professional experience in Strategic Procurement and Category Management , preferably in IT Hardware, IT Services, and / or Software.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing processes and supplier management in the IT domain.
• Proven ability to manage complex supplier contracts and negotiations at a regional or global level.
• Experience in driving cost optimization, efficiency improvements, and supporting category strategy implementation.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent negotiation and analytical skills.
• Strong competence in Excel and PowerPoint to analyze spend, structure projects, and communicate progress to management.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across organizational units and functions, building alignment with stakeholders such as IT, Finance, Legal, and Operations.
• Capable of communicating complex procurement topics clearly and persuasively.

Personal Strengths

• Team player with assertiveness, ownership mentality, and a solution-oriented approach.
• Strong communication skills, able to build relationships and influence decisions constructively.
• Structured, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in an international environment.

Languages

• Fluency in English (mandatory).
• German language skills are a plus but not required.

What We Offer

• Onsite Onboarding in our HQ office for an optimal start
• Great compensation and benefits packages including company achievement bonus or sales bonus, company stocks and regular salary reviews
• Premiums for the private pension plan (BAV) up to the maximum amount are topped up by TeamViewer
• Public transport friendly offices
• Option to lease an e-bike (Germany only)
• Special terms for local gyms
• Access to Corporate Benefits platform with many discounts
• Regular Team events and company-wide celebrations
• Open door policy, no dress code rules, frequent all Hands and Leadership Lunches
• Hybrid and Flexible work time with up to 50% home office
• Work From Abroad Program allowing up to 40 days of work outside your contracting country
• We celebrate diversity as one of core values, join and drive one of the c-a-r-e initiatives together with us!

TeamViewer is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome and supported. We C-A-R-E and understand that our diverse, values-driven culture makes us stronger. As we continue to grow as a company, we also focus on enabling our employees to grow both personally and professionally. We are proud to have an open and embracing workplace environment that will empower you to be your best no matter your gender, civil or family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, education level, or race.