Posted:
10/29/2025, 1:46:37 AM
Location(s):
Region of Bratislava, Slovakia ⋅ Bratislava, Region of Bratislava, Slovakia
Experience Level(s):
Senior
Field(s):
IT & Security
WHO WE ARE
Accenture is a leading global provider of a broad range of professional services in strategy and consulting, interactive marketing, information technology and business operations services, with digital capabilities in all of these areas. With more than 800,000 employees worldwide, we serve clients in more than 120 countries. We have been operating in Slovakia since 1992 and employ more than 2,100 people in Bratislava and Košice.
Accenture globally has ranked 6th on the Great Place to Work® World’s Best Workplaces™.
At Accenture Slovakia, we’re proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work®, with standout scores in the categories Made to Feel Welcome and Amazing Culture. We also have achieved an impressive 5th place in the Najzamestnávateľ 2025 ranking within the IT & Telecommunications category.
Come join Accenture as a Procurement Category Manager for Technology! We're looking for an experienced and motivated professional to lead our Gallia technology category operations. In this pivotal role, you'll execute both global and regional strategies at the local level, ensuring outstanding value, stakeholder satisfaction, and top-tier supplier performance. You'll drive cost savings, champion service excellence and compliance, serve as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders, and lead the development of local category teams and initiatives.
YOUR MISSION:
Implement global and regional Technology category strategies locally, ensuring alignment between country targets and overall objectives .
Lead and develop the local Procurement Plus Technology team, supporting business planning, budgeting, and strategic decision-making.
Drive local sourcing opportunities and actively collaborate within the global category community.
Lead the execution of strategic procurement initiatives, ensuring effective contract implementation and utilization of preferred buying channels.
Oversee compliance, risk management, and performance tracking by conducting market intelligence and evaluating the supplier base.
Build strong relationships with stakeholders and gather feedback to improve category performance.
Drive value-adding initiatives and support planning of sourcing activities.
Lead local sourcing projects from start to contract, including RFP design and competitive sourcing.
Implement supplier KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
WHO YOU ARE:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Procurement, Technology, Economics, or related field
6+ years of procurement or category management experience, including project leadership
Experience in the IT industry and Technology categories
Advanced English language (B2+) and fluent French language (C1+).
Experience managing senior stakeholders in a matrix environment
Proven expertise in category strategy, sourcing, and supplier management
Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
High proficiency with procurement tools and data analytics
Strong understanding of commercial models and compliance frameworks
Ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams
Culturally agile and capable of working across global teams
GET IN CONTACT:
Any questions? Then please send an email to your recruiter [email protected].
We look forward to receiving your application!
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WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Accenture offers a competitive compensation package. As required by the Slovak law we state that the legal monthly minimum gross base pay starting from 3 800 € depending on your professional and personal qualifications in the required areas.
Flexibility:
• Flexible working arrangements (time & place of work)
Recognition:
• Flexible Benefit System - budget to be spent on services of your choice
• Competitive bonus structure
• Refer-a-Friend – get a bonus in the employee referral program
• Loyalty rewards
• Company car or car allowance
• Parking
• Mobile internet
Future:
• Wide range of trainings and expert lectures
• Regular performance review and career growth possibilities
• Ongoing career guidance and mentoring (Global Mentoring Program, Lean In)
• Employee share purchase plan
Family & Health:
• 3 extra days off
• Sick leave salary compensation (up to 100%)
• Home-office equipment
• Family oriented benefits (Wedding, Parental and Baby days-off and bonuses)
• Employee assistance services (professional psychological, financial and legal help)
• Multisport card
• Contribution to special vision correction appliances
• Life and disability group insurance
• Sport vouchers for children’s sport activities and children camps
About Accenture
We work with one shared purpose: to deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity. Every day, more than 775,000 of us help our stakeholders continuously reinvent. Together, we drive positive change and deliver value to our clients, partners, shareholders, communities, and each other.We believe that delivering value requires innovation, and innovation thrives in an inclusive and diverse environment. We actively foster a workplace free from bias, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is respected and empowered to do their best work.At Accenture, we see well-being holistically, supporting our people’s physical, mental, and financial health. We also provide opportunities to keep skills relevant through certifications, learning, and diverse work experiences. We’re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the World’s Best Workplaces™.Join Accenture to work at the heart of change.Visit us at www.accenture.com
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Website: https://accenture.com/
Headquarter Location: Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1989
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Grant
Industries: Business Information Systems ⋅ Construction ⋅ Consulting ⋅ Information Services ⋅ Information Technology ⋅ Infrastructure ⋅ Management Consulting ⋅ Outsourcing