Procurement Manager
IT Procurement Manager
Hybrid (London, 3 days per week)
£60,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits
We're partnering with a globally recognised international organisation to recruit an experienced IT Procurement Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing procurement function supporting a complex, technology-driven business with significant investment across digital and IT.
You'll take ownership of a broad IT category portfolio, leading sourcing activity, commercial negotiations and supplier management across Software, SaaS, Cloud Services, Hardware and Cyber Security.
This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced procurement professional who enjoys partnering with stakeholders, driving commercial value and delivering procurement projects in a fast-paced environment.
The Role
- Lead end-to-end sourcing activity across a diverse IT spend portfolio.
- Develop and implement category strategies for Software, SaaS, Cloud, Hardware and Cyber Security.
- Partner closely with IT, Information Security, Finance, Legal and business stakeholders to support technology projects and contract renewals.
- Manage competitive tender processes, supplier evaluations and commercial recommendations.
- Negotiate complex commercial agreements and IT contracts, including licence agreements, Statements of Work and data processing provisions.
- Drive supplier performance, contract lifecycle management and ongoing commercial value.
- Identify opportunities to optimise supplier relationships, mitigate risk and improve procurement processes.
- Support the adoption of AI and technology-enabled procurement tools to enhance team efficiency.
About You
We're looking for someone who brings:
- Proven experience within IT Procurement or Technology Category Management.
- Strong knowledge of Software, SaaS, Cloud Services, Hardware and Cyber Security procurement.
- Experience leading complex sourcing projects and commercial negotiations.
- A strong understanding of IT contracts, licensing models and supplier management.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance cost, risk and business objectives.
- Experience managing multiple procurement projects in a fast-paced environment.
- MCIPS (or working towards) is advantageous.