IT Category Manager — IBSA Institut Biochimique
- Location
- Grancia
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 4 days ago
Role overview
The IT Category Manager is responsible for the end-to-end procurement strategy and operational management of all Information Technology spend at IBSA, including software, hardware and IT consultancy services.
A core principle of this role is the adoption of a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) approach to all sourcing decisions, prioritising long-term value and holistic risk management
The Category Manager must be able to articulate and share this perspective to internal stakeholders and ensure it is embedded in all category strategies and supplier evaluations.
- The IT Category Manager is responsible for the end-to-end procurement strategy and operational management of all Information Technology spend at IBSA, including software, hardware and IT consultancy services.
- A core principle of this role is the adoption of a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) approach to all sourcing decisions, prioritising long-term value and holistic risk management
- Key Responsibilities Category Strategy
- Develop and implement a comprehensive IT category strategy covering software (licences, SaaS, ERP), hardware (infrastructure, devices, network) and IT consulting and managed services — defined in concert with the Enterprise Technology & Transformation (ET&T) function to ensure full alignment with the technology roadmap.
- Strong negotiation skills with experience in large-scale vendor negotiations.
- Experience with P2P platforms and e-procurement tools; Fluent in English and Italian;
Main responsibilities
- Key Responsibilities Category Strategy
- Develop and implement a comprehensive IT category strategy covering software (licences, SaaS, ERP), hardware (infrastructure, devices, network) and IT consulting and managed services — defined in concert with the Enterprise Technology & Transformation (ET&T) function to ensure full alignment with the technology roadmap.
- Conduct regular market analysis to identify sourcing opportunities, emerging vendors and technology trends relevant to IBSA's business.
- Define and maintain a supplier segmentation model and category roadmap aligned with business priorities.
- Embed a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) methodology in all category decisions, ensuring that short-term price savings are never pursued at the expense of long-term value, service continuity or operational risk.
- Maintain an IT supply risk register, proactively identifying and mitigating concentration risk, vendor dependency, cybersecurity exposure, and contract lock-in. Sourcing & Contracting
- Lead competitive tender processes (RFI, RFQ, RFP) for IT categories in full compliance with IBSA procurement policy.
- Negotiate contracts, SLAs, pricing structures and commercial terms with IT vendors, ensuring best Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) — with explicit consideration of implementation, integration, maintenance, training and exit costs, not only licence or purchase price.
- Manage contract lifecycle including renewals, amendments and exit strategies.
- Work closely with Legal to ensure contractual protection on data security, IP, liability and GDPR compliance. Supplier Relationship Management
Key requirements
- Strong negotiation skills with experience in large-scale vendor negotiations.
- Experience with P2P platforms and e-procurement tools; Fluent in English and Italian;
- strong analytical skills and financial literacy; Influencing skills:
Additional details
- Key Responsibilities
- Maintain an IT supply risk register, proactively identifying and mitigating concentration risk, vendor dependency, cybersecurity exposure, and contract lock-in. Sourcing & Contracting
- Work closely with Legal to ensure contractual protection on data security, IP, liability and GDPR compliance. Supplier Relationship Management
- Identify and develop alternative sources to reduce supply risk. Stakeholder Management
- Ensure all IT procurement activities comply with IBSA internal policies, procedures and applicable regulations.
- Experience with P2P platforms and e-procurement tools; familiarity with Jaggaer is a plus. Fluent in English and Italian;
- French or German is an advantage.
- Integrity & compliance: uncompromising ethical standards; ensures all procurement activity is conducted with full transparency. Technical & Domain Knowledge
Notes and original content
- Category Strategy
- Maintain an IT supply risk register, proactively identifying and mitigating concentration risk, vendor dependency, cybersecurity exposure, and contract lock-in.
- Sourcing & Contracting
- Work closely with Legal to ensure contractual protection on data security, IP, liability and GDPR compliance.
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Identify and develop alternative sources to reduce supply risk.
- Stakeholder Management
- Experience with P2P platforms and e-procurement tools; familiarity with Jaggaer is a plus.
- Fluent in English and Italian;
- Key Competencies
Questions about this listing
What salary does IBSA Institut Biochimique offer for this role?
IBSA Institut Biochimique lists CHF 79'500 - 135'000 gross per year for this position in Grancia. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does IBSA Institut Biochimique offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with IBSA Institut Biochimique during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need the G permit to apply for this role in Ticino as an Italian cross-border worker?
Yes, if you are resident in Italy within the 20 km border zone. The Swiss employer files the G-permit application at the Ticino cantonal migration office after the contract is signed — first issuance takes 2-6 weeks, then automatic yearly renewal for as long as the employment continues. Weekly return to your Italian home is required to keep the status.
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