Senior Procurement Manager

About the Role We're looking for a dynamic Senior Procurement Manager to lead the delivery of our procurement programme with a strong focus on IT and Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) transformation. This is a unique opportunity to shape how the organisation partners with technology suppliers, ensuring digital ambitions are met through robust, commercially effective procurement strategies.You'll play a pivotal role in delivering the procurement plan aligned with corporate strategy, enabling digital transformation that improves services.What You'll Do

• Lead the procurement programme through an effective business partnering approach, with emphasis on IT and DDaT categories.
• Deliver a responsive, high-quality, and commercially focused procurement service that supports digital innovation.
• Manage complex and high-value technology procurements, leveraging a range of routes to market.
• Implement strategies to manage procurement risk and ensure compliance with Public Contract Regulations 2015 (PCR15) and Procurement Act 2023 (PA23).
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to embed procurement best practice and support transformation initiatives.
• Drive performance monitoring and reporting ensuring service excellence.

About You

• Proven experience managing large-scale, above-threshold procurements, ideally within IT and digital transformation contexts.
• Strong understanding of technology markets, digital platforms, and agile delivery models.
• Advanced IT and systems skills, including Microsoft Office and procurement tools.
• A collaborative leader who can inspire teams and stakeholders to embrace change.

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