The Business
A leading supermarket chain with an award winning procurement function.
Locations - London, Manchester or Midlands
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Sourcing and Procurement:
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Develop and implement IT procurement strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives.
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Conduct market analysis to identify potential suppliers, assess their capabilities, and negotiate favorable terms and conditions.
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Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
- Supplier Relationship Management:
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Establish and maintain strong relationships with key IT suppliers to ensure high-quality service delivery.
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Monitor supplier performance and address any issues to ensure continuous improvement.
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Conduct regular supplier evaluations and renegotiations to optimize value.
- Budget Management:
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Develop and manage the IT procurement budget, ensuring cost control and efficient use of resources.
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Analyze spending patterns and identify opportunities for cost savings and value improvements.
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Prepare and present regular reports on budget performance and procurement activities.
- Risk Management:
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Identify potential risks in the IT supply chain and develop mitigation strategies.
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Ensure that all IT contracts include appropriate risk management provisions.
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Stay informed about industry trends and potential risks that could impact the supply chain.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:
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Work closely with the IT department to understand their needs and ensure the procurement of appropriate technology solutions.
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Collaborate with other departments, such as finance and legal, to ensure procurement activities are aligned with overall business objectives.
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Support project teams by providing procurement expertise and resources.
Key Skills:
- Procurement and Negotiation:
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Strong knowledge of procurement principles and practices, particularly in the IT category.
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Excellent negotiation skills to secure favourable terms with suppliers.
- Analytical and Strategic Thinking:
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Ability to analyse market trends, supplier capabilities, and spending patterns.
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Strategic mindset to develop and implement effective procurement strategies.
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
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Strong communication skills to effectively interact with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
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Ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
- Financial Acumen:
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Understanding of budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis related to procurement.
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Ability to prepare and present financial reports and analyses.
- Risk Management:
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Knowledge of risk management principles and practices in the context of IT procurement.
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Ability to identify potential risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.
- Qualifications:
- Proven experience in IT procurement, preferably in a fast paced environment.
- Professional certification in procurement (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is a plus.
- Proficiency in procurement software and tools.