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IT Services Category Manager
Hitachi Energy Ireland Limited
Lead strategic sourcing and contract negotiation for software and IT services.
5d ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Office Full-Time
Company Size
38,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Service & Consulting
Install & Commission
Train & Develop
Assess & Secure
Parts & Maintain
Upgrade, Repair & Extend
Service Agreements
Asset & Work Management
Sector Specialisms
Utility
Industry
Transport
Infrastructure
Energy
Renewable Energy
Grid Automation
Digital Systems & Services
Role
What you would be doing
strategic sourcing
cost optimization
compliance management
stakeholder collaboration
software negotiation
category strategy
- Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing processes, including market analysis, supplier identification, RFI/RFP development, negotiation, and contract finalization.
- Drive cost optimization and value creation through effective negotiation, demand management, standardization, and consolidation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and industry best practices in all procurement activities.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal stakeholders (IT, Legal, Finance, Business Units) to understand their needs, ensure alignment, and foster collaboration.
- Negotiate complex software licensing agreements (on-premise, subscription, perpetual), cloud service agreements (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), and professional services contracts with major software vendors (e.g., Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, Salesforce, Adobe, Autodesk).
- Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive global category strategies for all software, SaaS, and related IT services, aligning with business objectives and digital transformation initiatives.
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with software licensing, vendor lock-in, and compliance.
- Mentor and support junior procurement professionals within the team.
- Monitor software market trends, emerging technologies, and supplier landscapes to identify new opportunities and potential risks.
What you bring
sap ariba
servicenow
licensing models
financial acumen
cips
5+ years
- Experience working in a global, matrixed organization is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of various software licensing models (e.g., perpetual, subscription, user-based, core-based), cloud service agreements, and software asset management (SAM) principles.
- Strong analytical and financial acumen, with the ability to build business cases and analyze total cost of ownership (TCO).
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels.
- Proficiency in procurement tools and systems (e.g., SAP Ariba, ServiceNow).
- Proven experience negotiating high-value, complex software contracts with major global vendors.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, Finance, or a related field. Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management, with at least 3 years specifically focused on Software or IT services.
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Company
Overview
96% Renewables Integration
Clean Energy Solutions
Ensures that more than 96% of their projects involve renewable energy integration, supporting the transition to cleaner power systems.
99% Uptime
Grid Reliability
Achieves 99% uptime in their energy grid solutions, ensuring consistent and reliable power distribution.
700+ Charging Stations
EV Infrastructure Expansion
Deploys over 700 electric vehicle charging stations globally, driving EV adoption and supporting sustainable transportation.
- Leads in energy management with pioneering technologies.
- Focuses on renewable energy to drive cleaner and efficient power systems.
- Provides solutions across energy generation, transmission, and distribution.
- Operates in sectors including wind, solar, utilities, and transportation infrastructure.
- Innovates in industrial automation with cutting-edge energy optimization systems.
- Involved in electrifying remote regions for improved energy access.
- Employs digital tools for data-driven grid improvements and performance enhancement.
- Harmony (Wa): embracing and respecting the unique qualities of our diverse employees, engaging in open discussions and uniting efforts once consensus is reached
- Sincerity (Makoto): acting with ownership, honesty and integrity; addressing matters sincerely and learning from failures
- Pioneering Spirit (Kaitakusha‑seishin): exploring uncharted territory with innovative approaches and taking on new challenges
- Open collaboration and customer focus: co-creating solutions through global teaming to deliver customer success and societal progress
- Culture of innovation: pushing boundaries, breaking records, evolving to meet today’s challenges with purpose-driven innovation
100% Fossil‑Free Electricity
COâ‚‚ Reduction Achievement
100% fossil-free electricity in own operations reduces COâ‚‚e by over 175,000 metric tons annually compared to 2019 levels.
80% Emissions Reduction
Scope 1+2 Emissions Target
Aim to reduce absolute Scope 1+2 emissions by 80% and Scope 3 emissions intensity by 55% by 2030.
Top 5% EcoVadis Rating
Sustainability Performance
Received EcoVadis gold rating in 2024, placing the company in the top 5% of over 130,000 assessed companies.
1,000Mt Avoided Emissions
Global Climate Contribution
Aim to contribute to avoiding 1,000 million metric tons of emissions through various sustainability initiatives.
- Net‑zero target by 2050 with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validation (Feb 2024)
- Achieve carbon‑neutral own operations by 2030
- CDP climate score: A‑ in 2023
- Accelerate clean energy transition: focus on climate, circular economy (5R principles), biodiversity and ecosystems
- Increase renewable‑enabled GW and improve service lifecycle value creation index annually
45k+ Employees
Global Workforce
The company employs over 45,000 individuals from 150 different nationalities across 60+ countries, showcasing extensive global diversity.
25% Women Target
Workforce Representation
Aiming to have 25% of its employees and managers identify as women by the year 2025, reflecting a commitment to gender diversity.
500+ Colleagues
Leadership Development
Over 500 employees from 28 nationalities across 10 countries have engaged in a leadership development framework to foster inclusive growth.
~9-10 yrs Tenure
Employee Tenure
Employees maintain an average tenure of approximately 9 to 10 years, indicating a stable and experienced workforce.
- Endorsed a global DEI strategy focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion across operations.
- Incorporates leadership pillars ensuring DEI is integrated into hiring, growth, and development strategies.
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