Commercial Lead – IT and Digital

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Commercial Lead – IT and Digital to develop innovative digital strategies. This role involves overseeing procurement, contract management, and supplier relationships, ensuring value-driven digital investments that align with strategic goals in a mature public service environment.

Benefits

30 days annual leave entitlement

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in IT purchasing or contract negotiation.
• Background in managing supplier relations and performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of Digital & IT Service Plan.
• Drive procurement processes and contract negotiations.
• Act as subject matter expert for IT commissioning.

Skills

IT procurement

contract management

commercial leadership

stakeholder engagement

Education

CIPS Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience

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04.06.2025

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19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Position: Commercial Lead – IT and Digital

Location: Kingston upon Thames (Hybrid Working)

Type: Permanent

30 days annual leave entitlement

4 days a week in the office initially, reducing to 1 day a week. Long term, post probation - twice a month in the office, subject to service/corporate needs

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Commercial Lead – IT and Digital to shape and deliver innovative, value-driven digital strategies across a shared service setting that supports multiple partners.

This role leads on all aspects of Digital & IT procurement, contract management, supplier relationships, and commissioning governance, ensuring that digital investments are aligned to strategic goals and deliver maximum value and performance.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

o Leading the development and implementation of a comprehensive Digital & IT Service Plan and Category Strategy.

o Driving complex procurement processes and contract negotiations across a variety of IT and digital services.

o Acting as the subject matter expert for all IT commissioning and supplier engagement.

o Ensuring digital contracts and services provide value for money, measurable impact, and continuous improvement.

o Shaping the approach to market engagement, working with internal and external stakeholders to understand needs and opportunities.

o Providing mentoring and support to colleagues across teams, helping build commercial and commissioning capability.

o Deputising for the Commercial Manager – Digital & IT as required.

Skills & Experience

o A strong background in IT procurement, contract management, and commercial leadership within a complex or public service setting.

o Proven ability to navigate procurement legislation, frameworks, and commissioning best practice.

o Commercial acumen and expertise in IT supplier markets, risk evaluation, and value assurance.

o Experience leading on supplier relationship management and contract performance.

o Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a proactive, collaborative approach.

o CIPS Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience (minimum 5 years in IT purchasing or contract negotiation)