Job Description

Job Location: Markham, ON
What we offer:
Veoneer Safety Systems is the world leader in Automotive Electronic Safety Systems. Veoneer's scalable, best-in-class restraint control systems are mitigating the effects of a car crash. To date, we have delivered more than 1 billion devices to car manufacturers globally.
Veoneer Safety Systems has an international and collaborative team of 2,500 employees in 11 countries. We empower our people and are dedicated to their professional development and growth.
Veoneer Safety Systems - Protect Everyone in Every Crash.
What you'll do:
The IT Category Manager is responsible for managing the procurement and strategic sourcing of IT products and services. This role involves analyzing industry trends, developing long-term strategies, and fostering relationships with vendors to ensure the best pricing and quality. The IT Category Manager will work closely with various departments to align IT procurement with business goals and drive sustainable growth.
Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze Data: Evaluate industry and consumer trends to inform procurement strategies.
• Develop Strategies: Create long-term development plans for IT product categories.
• Vendor Management: Build and maintain relationships with vendors to negotiate better pricing and quality.
• Cost Management: Optimize costs through effective negotiation and strategic sourcing.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with IT procurement.

IT Subcategories:

• Hardware: Computers, servers, networking equipment, peripherals.
• Software: Enterprise applications, operating systems, productivity tools, security software.
• Cloud Services: SaaS, IaaS, PaaS solutions.
• Telecommunications: VoIP systems, mobile devices, communication platforms.
• IT Services: Managed services, consulting, technical support.
• Data Storage: Storage solutions, backup systems, data centers.
• Networking: Routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs.
• Cybersecurity: Security solutions, threat detection, compliance tools.

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, Business Administration, or related field.

• Minimum of 5 years in IT procurement or category management.
• Strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and negotiation abilities.
• In-depth understanding of IT products and services, market trends, and procurement processes.
• Ability to understand and drive business profitability.
• Keen attention to detail in managing product categories.
• Collaborative approach to working with different departments.
• Ability to identify issues and develop effective solution

We thank all applicants for their interest. Veoneer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Accommodations may be made available upon request from candidates throughout the hiring process.

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