Senior Procurement Specialist – IT CategoryLocation: CorkType: Full-Time / Permanent / HybridAre you a procurement professional with a passion for technology and driving commercial value? We're partnering with a leading organisation to recruit a Senior Procurement Specialist to manage and optimise indirect spend across IT categories. This is a high-impact role focused on cost reduction, supplier negotiation, and process improvement within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.Key ResponsibilitiesCategory Strategy & Spend AnalysisLead IT category strategy development, becoming a subject matter expert in market trends and supplier landscapes.Analyse spend data to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive sourcing initiatives.Support annual budgeting through procurement insights and analytics.Negotiation & ContractingPartner with stakeholders to define requirements and lead end-to-end sourcing processes.Conduct supplier negotiations, leveraging external market intelligence where needed (e.g., IT consultants).Oversee contracting activities in collaboration with Legal, Data Protection, and Security teams to ensure robust, compliant agreements.Supplier & Process ManagementAct as a central point for IT-related procurement, ensuring compliance with procurement policy and minimising off-contract spend.Build strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders.Drive use of procurement systems and catalogues, consolidating spend with preferred vendors.Monitor pricing adherence, track savings, and improve supplier performance frameworks.Key RequirementsEssential:5+ years’ experience managing and negotiating high-value procurement contracts, ideally within IT categories.Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills.Proven ability to lead tendering processes and influence cross-functional teams.Desirable:Procurement or finance-related qualifications (e.g., CIPS, accounting certification).Familiarity with legal/GDPR contracting and vendor compliance.Experience in retail, wholesale, or similar complex business environments.What You’ll GainExposure to strategic procurement in a high-performing, collaborative environment.Opportunity to influence business-wide procurement practices and contribute to cost-saving initiatives.Competitive salary, hybrid work options, and professional development support.
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