<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company</span></strong></p><p>My client is seeking a seasoned IT Procurement professional to take on a critical role as Manager or Senior Manager, based exclusively in Hong Kong. This individual will be the key owner of the IT sourcing and category management strategy for the Hong Kong office. You will be responsible for the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for a diverse range of IT categories, driving cost efficiency, managing vendor risk, and ensuring the acquisition of technology that powers our competitive edge and digital ambitions in the local market.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong></p><ul><li>Develop and own the local IT category management strategy for Hong Kong, aligning with both global guidelines and local business needs.</li><li>Manage the full procurement lifecycle: from demand identification and supplier qualification to RFP execution, complex negotiations, and contract finalization.</li><li>Deliver significant and sustainable year-on-year cost savings and value-add benefits (e.g., improved service levels, innovation).</li><li>Negotiate and finalize contracts with global and local IT vendors, ensuring optimal terms on pricing, licensing, service levels, data security, and liability.</li><li>Implement a rigorous vendor governance framework for key suppliers, conducting performance reviews and managing risk.</li><li>Proactively identify and mitigate third-party risks related to cybersecurity, data privacy (including HK PDPO), and operational resilience.</li><li>Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies, global standards, and Hong Kong-specific financial regulations.</li><li>Champion procurement best practices and process improvements within the Hong Kong office.</li><li>Utilize data analytics to provide clear reporting on spend, savings, and supplier performance to local and regional management.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Profile</span></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Minimum of 7+ years of dedicated IT procurement or strategic sourcing experience </strong></li><li>Proven track record of successfully managing the end-to-end procurement process for major IT categories and achieving measurable cost savings.</li><li>Demonstrable expertise in negotiating contracts with major IT vendors (e.g., Microsoft, AWS, Google Cloud, SAP, Oracle, ServiceNow) and local service providers.</li><li>Strong understanding of IT commercial models, software licensing, cloud agreements, and the specific vendor risk landscape in financial services.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of the Hong Kong market and regulatory environment.</li><li><strong>Fluency in English and Cantonese is essential</strong>.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Comprehensive medical insurance and retirement benefits for you and your family.</li><li>A central role in a prestigious global institution with a strong local footprint.</li><li>A collaborative, high-performing culture that invests in employee development.</li><li>Clear career progression opportunities within the group.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today </span></strong></p><p>To apply online (Word attachment only), please click the 'Apply' button. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.</p><p><em>Reference Number: 67010-0013320475</em></p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/hk/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/hk/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2ltYmVybHkuY2hhbi4wNTQxOS4xMDkxNUByaGloay5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">