IT Procurement Manager - Interim

About the Business

A UK-based organisation with an established IT function, currently seeking interim cover for its procurement and vendor management activity. The business operates a mixed technology estate including Microsoft 365 and outsourced IT services support.

About the Role

Interim cover for procurement and vendor management while a permanent resource transitions. Step in with minimal handover and keep existing vendor relationships running smoothly, particularly around M365 licensing and IT services suppliers.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing vendor relationships across M365 and IT services suppliers
• Overseeing licence renewals and contract reviews within the M365 estate
• Acting as point of contact for existing MSP/IT services vendors, holding them to SLA and commercial terms
• Tracking budget and cost reporting for IT procurement spend
• Liaising with IT, Finance, and department heads on procurement requirements
• Maintaining vendor and contract records

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• IT procurement or vendor management experience
• Background within an IT Services or MSP environment
• Strong M365 licensing knowledge from a commercial/vendor management perspective
• Available ASAP, minimal ramp-up time
• Comfortable managing multiple vendor relationships independently

Desirable:

• Experience using ConnectWise to track vendor and contract records

What's On Offer

• £400 per day (negotiable DOE)
• 3 month contract, hybrid working
• Immediate start