Posted Apr 16, 2026 99 views
The Category Expert Procurement – IT, Digital & Fin-tech is responsible for managing the complete procurement lifecycle within the IT, Digital, and Fin-tech categories. This role involves category management, contract oversight, and handling operational procurement tasks. Reporting to the Category Procurement Manager – IT, Digital & Fin-Tech, the position operates as an individual contributor without direct team management responsibilities. Close collaboration with internal stakeholders is essential to translate business requirements into procurement strategies while ensuring alignment with budget forecasts.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain a detailed sourcing calendar aligned with budget forecasts for IT, Digital, and Fin-tech categories. Establish vendor assessment and scoring criteria to facilitate informed sourcing decisions. Plan, develop, and execute procurement projects, managing the entire Request for Proposal (RFP) and quotation lifecycle. Prepare comprehensive commercial evaluations, including Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analyses and techno-commercial Quality Evaluation Sheets (QES). Align Bills of Quantities (BOQ) with Frame Agreements and prepare bulk purchase agreements as needed.
Manage catalogue-based purchase order issuance, including price verifications and negotiations. Prepare monthly dashboards and Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reports to monitor procurement performance effectively. Utilize analytical and modeling skills to support decision-making, demonstrating proficiency in tools such as Think Cell, Excel, and Power BI. Develop negotiation strategies for complex bids and build strong relationships with end users to capture procurement requirements accurately.
Collaborate closely with the finance team to conduct budget analysis, prepare spending and savings reports, and communicate insights to management. Generate monthly and year-to-date spend and savings reports to track procurement effectiveness and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
Required Qualifications
Candidates should have 3 to 5 years of experience in IT procurement, with a proven ability to drive sourcing plans and meet procurement targets. Strong communication skills are essential for effective engagement with both internal teams and external vendors. Technical knowledge and experience within Mobile/Cellular Operator or vendor environments, especially in IT, Digital, and Fin-tech sectors, are highly desirable. Proficiency in procurement-related software such as Think Cell, Excel, and Power BI is required to support data-driven decision-making.
Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
Joining Jazz offers the chance to be part of one of Pakistan’s leading private sector organizations, known for its commitment to diversity and inclusion. The company fosters an entrepreneurial and innovative culture, emphasizing professional collaboration and a customer-centric approach. Employees benefit from visionary leadership, a unique professional environment, continuous learning and development opportunities, and a vibrant lifestyle.
As a Category Expert Procurement at Jazz, you will play a key role in enabling progress for over 75 million customers in an increasingly digital economy. This position is ideal for professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic and transformative organization. Jazz is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity.
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