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.