2169 - IT Supplier Manager

Construction Industry Training Board; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Peterborough is looking for an IT Supplier Manager to drive supplier relationships and ensure a high-quality IT infrastructure. This full-time, fixed term role focuses on optimizing supplier performance and collaboration with various teams. Ideal candidates possess strong analytical, communication, and supplier management skills. The role offers a salary range of £45,000 - £55,000, along with numerous benefits including generous holidays and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

25 days holiday + bank holidays + 3 days Christmas shutdown

Generous pension scheme (up to 9% employer contribution)

Life assurance (4x salary)

2 paid volunteering days per year

24/7 GP Services

Professional development qualifications

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in supplier management and a passion for driving results.
• Strong analytical, communication, and influencing skills.
• Experience in planning, budgeting, and policy input.

Responsibilities

• Support contract renewals and replacements to minimize service risks.
• Monitor and improve IT supplier performance for value and service effectiveness.
• Lead sourcing and relationship management of new and existing IT suppliers.
• Collaborate with Procurement to negotiate IT contracts aligned with business goals.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Influencing skills

Experience in supplier management

Planning and budgeting

Job description

Are you ready to drive value and innovation in IT supplier management?

CITB is seeking an IT Supplier Manager to lead our supplier relationships, ensuring our IT infrastructure delivers best-in-class service and supports business growth through the maximising value from IT supplier relationships.

Role: IT Supplier Manager

Location: Peterborough - with the option for a blended working approach, agreed with your Line Manager. (1 day in the office per week)

Hours of Work: Full-time (35 hours per week)

Contract: 2 Years Fixed Term Contract

Salary Range: £45,000 - £55,000

Grade: SC4

Target Salary: £53,303 per annum + £6,799 Car Allowance

Reporting to the IT Services Manager, you’ll identify and source new suppliers, support existing suppliers and support the optimisation of supplier performance. You’ll collaborate with Procurement, Finance, Project, and Change teams, providing expertise in supplier technologies and best practices.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Support contract renewals and replacements to minimize service risks and support change planning.
• Monitor and improve IT supplier performance for value and service effectiveness.
• Support training, helping staff develop skills and capabilities that allow supplier‑related services to support CITB operations.
• Lead sourcing and relationship management of new and existing IT suppliers.
• Collaborate with Procurement to negotiate IT contracts aligned with business goals.
• Coordinate with IT Services to maintain and update infrastructure and supplier-delivered services.
• Research customer needs and apply best practices to enhance service delivery.

Your Experience:

• Strong analytical, communication and influencing skills
• Experience in supplier management and a passion for driving results
• Experience in planning, budgeting, and policy input.

*For full details, please refer to the Role Profile.

What You’ll Get in Return:

• Free onsite parking
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + 3 days Christmas shutdown
• Generous pension scheme (up to 9% employer contribution)
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• 24/7 GP Services
• Professional development qualifications
• Employee Assistance Programme — because your wellbeing matters
• A team that respects you and your time-served knowledge

Why Join CITB

Join us to make a real impact in a dynamic environment that values fairness, inclusion, and respect. Occasional travel and non-standard hours may be required.

Closing Date

Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the stated closing date. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis; therefore, early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment.