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IT Procurement Manager - Manchester - £78K Company My client is a FTSE 250 company who are going through a Procurement and Supplier Management transformation. If you are an IT Procurement Manager that has experience delivering complex IT sourcing projects across Software, Hardware or IT Professional Services, this is a fantastic time to join the organisation. Role As the IT Procurement Manager, you will have responsibility for the end-to-end ownership of commercial and sourcing strategy. You will lead business critical IT Purchasing & Procurement projects for IT Professional services, Software & Hardware. You will also lead Supplier Management activities and operate as an internal business partner to key Technology stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Leading commercial and sourcing strategy for the IT & Tech Category Creating clear and compelling category plans that provide a fit-for-purpose supply chain, balancing cost, quality, and risk considerations. Lead cross-functional teams to implement business change Lead negotiations with key suppliers and senior stakeholders Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Experience Essential An experienced Procurement professional, or comparable relevant commercial experience, who has experience of creating and executing compelling end to end category plans Effective and up to date understanding of the external supply markets, with knowledge and awareness of emerging trends, opportunities, and risks within your category field Experience of negotiating with third parties, with an understanding of contract law Experience of project management Stakeholder management experience, demonstrating the ability to influence, constructively challenge and confidently engage up to and including Senior Manager level, explaining complex ideas in a simple way Degree & MCIPS qualified Desirable Experience within IT & Technology procurement, specifically within either Software, Hardware or IT Professional Services Ideally, you will demonstrate Procurement experience in a fast-paced, transformational environment Experience leading cross functional teams You will demonstrate a consultative approach to engaging, influencing and supporting Technology stakeholders through the end-to-end Procurement lifecycle Demonstrate strong commercial acumen and ability to build long lasting relationships with key stakeholders Commutable distance to Manchester If this opportunity is of interest to you, please apply directly or contact me at
Company My client is a FTSE 250 company who are going through a Procurement and Supplier Management transformation. If you are an IT Procurement Manager that has experience delivering complex IT sourcing projects across Software, Hardware or IT Professional Services, this is a fantastic time to join the organisation. Role IT Procurement Manager - Coventry - £78K As the IT Procurement Manager, you will have responsibility for the end-to-end ownership of commercial and sourcing strategy. You will lead business critical IT Purchasing & Procurement projects for IT Professional services, Software & Hardware. You will also lead Supplier Management and operate as an internal business partner to key Technology stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Leading commercial and sourcing strategy for the IT & Tech Category Creating clear and compelling category plans that provide a fit-for-purpose supply chain, balancing cost, quality, and risk considerations. Lead cross-functional teams to implement business change Lead negotiations with key suppliers and senior stakeholders Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Experience Essential An experienced Procurement professional, or comparable relevant commercial experience, who has experience of creating and executing compelling end to end category plans Effective and up to date understanding of the external supply markets, with knowledge and awareness of emerging trends, opportunities, and risks within your category field Experience of negotiating with third parties, with an understanding of contract law Experience of project management Stakeholder management experience, demonstrating the ability to influence, constructively challenge and confidently engage up to and including Senior Manager level, explaining complex ideas in a simple way Degree & MCIPS qualified Commutable distance to Coventry or Milton Keynes Desirable Experience within IT & Technology procurement, specifically within either Software, Hardware or IT Professional Services Ideally, you will demonstrate Procurement experience in a fast-paced, transformational environment Experience leading cross functional teams You will demonstrate a consultative approach to engaging, influencing and supporting Technology stakeholders through the end-to-end Procurement lifecycle Demonstrate strong commercial acumen and ability to build long lasting relationships with key stakeholders If this opportunity is of interest to you, please apply directly.