About our ideal candidate:
* 5+ years of procurement experience in IT and indirect categories.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Develop and execute sourcing strategies across indirect categories, with a focus on IT and professional services.
2. Manage end-to-end procurement activities including tendering, contract negotiation, supplier selection, and onboarding.
3. Partner closely with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and align procurement outcomes.
4. Negotiate commercial terms, service levels, and pricing agreements with new and existing vendors.
5. Ensure all procurement activity complies with company policies, GDPR, and relevant regulatory requirements.
6. Monitor supplier performance and manage ongoing vendor relationships to ensure quality of service, risk mitigation, and cost efficiency.
7. Lead cost optimisation and value creation initiatives through spend analysis and strategic sourcing.
8. Support procurement reporting and performance metrics for senior leadership.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Proven experience in contract negotiation, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationship management.
* Solid understanding of IT procurement practices including software licensing, Saa S agreements, infrastructure, and IT services.
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to collaborate across functions.
* Familiarity with procurement systems (e.g. SAP, Ariba).
* Excellent communication, analytical, and negotiation skills.
* Relevant degree in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, or a related field; CIPS qualification is an advantage.