£65K/yr to £75K/yr
Trafford, England
Permanent, Variable

Procurement Manager - IT

Posted by Cedar.

We are looking for an experienced procurement specialist with a passion for the tech and telecom sectors who has a background in strategic sourcing within IT procurement to join a highly innovative business who are on a transformation journey.

About the Role

As a Procurement Manager, you will:

  • Lead and deliver sourcing activities for key projects and categories, utilizing strategic sourcing techniques.
  • Collaborate with senior executives to develop and implement procurement strategies for projects worth up to £100m+.
  • Provide expert advice on sourcing models, ranging from catalogues and auctions to complex multi-year procurements.
  • Focus on areas such as Telecoms, Technology and IT Security, Outsourcing, Innovation, and Professional Services.

What We're Looking For

We seek candidates who have:

  • Significant sourcing experience across IT and Telco categories
  • Sourcing expertise on one of the following areas: - Telecoms, Technology and IT, Security, Outsourcing, Innovation and Professional Services
  • Advanced negotiation and dispute resolution skills.
  • Strong research and analytical capabilities, particularly in supply market research and spend analysis.
  • Experience in cross-functional collaborative working methods and stakeholder management.
  • An analytical mindset, adept at managing large volumes of data.
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.

What is on Offer:

  • Base salary up to 75k + bonus and benefits
  • 8 days per month in the office
  • An opportunity to work on cutting edge projects.

NB - you must have UK right to work to apply for this role