Global IT Commodity Manager

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Job Description

At Electrolux Professional Group we hire to meet needs beyond tomorrow

UNLOCK YOUR POTENTIAL

At Electrolux Professional Group, we believe potential powers progress. We're not searching for perfection-we're looking for people with the right mindset. If you're curious, resilient, and ready to grow, you'll find the space to lead, innovate, and together with us Meet the needs beyond tomorrow.

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GLOBAL IT COMMODITY MANAGER

Location: European entities - open

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

The Global IT Procurement Manager will lead the strategic sourcing and procurement of IT products and services across the organization. This role is accountable for delivering cost-effective, compliant, and high-performance procurement outcomes while ensuring alignment with business objectives and global IT strategy. The successful candidate will collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external partners to optimize procurement processes and supplier relationships worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Sourcing & Category Leadership

• Develop and implement global sourcing strategies across IT categories including hardware, software, cloud infrastructure, telecommunications, and professional services.
• Drive category management initiatives to ensure competitive advantage, innovation, and supplier performance.
• Lead contract negotiations, renewals, and supplier governance to secure optimal commercial and operational terms.

Stakeholder Engagement & Business Partnership

• Collaborate with IT, Finance, Legal, and other key functions to capture requirements and translate them into effective procurement strategies.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders, providing market intelligence, procurement insights, and strategic guidance.

Cost Optimization & Risk Mitigation

• Identify and execute cost-saving opportunities through competitive sourcing, supplier consolidation, and demand management.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies, cybersecurity standards, and applicable regulatory frameworks.

Contract Management

• Oversee the full contract lifecycle, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial and legal terms.
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and SLAs, ensuring service quality, delivery timelines, and continuous improvement.

Process Excellence & Performance Reporting

• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, tools, and systems to enhance transparency, efficiency, and scalability.
• Deliver regular reporting and analytics on spend, savings, supplier performance, and procurement KPIs

Qualifications

WHAT'S NEEDED FOR YOU TO THRIVE

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in IT procurement within a global or multinational environment.
• Deep understanding of IT categories including SaaS, cloud services, cybersecurity, and software licensing models.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills.
• Proficiency with major procurement platforms such as Oracle JDE, SAP or equivalent.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in additional languages is considered an asset.

OUR CULTURE IN 4 WORDS

Be Customer Obsessed. Build Trust. Be Bold. Act Sustainably.

(We're building it every day - and we'd love your help.)

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Trust, ownership, and the opportunity to grow

• Be part of a company grounded in customer focus, sustainability leadership, innovation, and social impact. We aim to Meet Needs Beyond Tomorrow

• The possibility to work hybrid and build a flexible worklife balance

• Be part of an industry shift that makes a difference - in how people live, cook, clean, care, and serve

• Plus: country-specific perks and benefits designed to support your well-being.

About Us

Electrolux Professional Group - meeting needs beyond tomorrow

Electrolux Professional Group is the sustainability leader in our industry and one of the leading global providers of food service, beverage, and laundry equipment for professional users. Our innovative products and worldwide service network make our customers' work-life easier, more profitable - and truly sustainable every day. Our solutions and products are sold in over 110 countries. In 2024, the Electrolux Professional Group had global sales of SEK 12.5bn and approximately 4,300 employees. Electrolux Professional's B-shares are listed at Nasdaq Stockholm. For more information, visit https://www.electroluxprofessionalgroup.com