Commercial Lead – IT and Digital

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Crawley is seeking a Commercial Lead – IT and Digital to spearhead innovative strategies for enhancing digital service delivery. This permanent role involves overseeing procurement, supplier relationships, and contract management, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives while fostering stakeholder collaboration and capability building.

Benefits

30 days annual leave entitlement

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT purchasing or contract negotiation experience.
• Strong background in public service settings.
• Expertise in supplier markets and value assurance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Digital & IT Service Plan and Category Strategy.
• Manage complex procurement processes for IT and digital services.
• Lead stakeholder collaboration to identify market opportunities.

Skills

IT procurement

contract management

commercial leadership

stakeholder engagement

Education

CIPS Level 3 qualification

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Position: Commercial Lead – IT and Digital

Location: Kingston upon Thames (Hybrid Working)

Type: Permanent

30 days annual leave entitlement

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

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Lead – IT and Digital to develop and implement innovative, value-driven digital strategies supporting multiple partners within a shared service environment.

This role oversees all aspects of Digital & IT procurement, contract management, supplier relationships, and commissioning governance, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and maximum value delivery.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Leading the development and execution of a comprehensive Digital & IT Service Plan and Category Strategy.
• Managing complex procurement processes and contract negotiations for various IT and digital services.
• Serving as the subject matter expert for IT commissioning and supplier engagement.
• Ensuring digital contracts and services offer value for money, measurable impact, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to understand needs and opportunities in market engagement.
• Mentoring colleagues to build commercial and commissioning capabilities.
• Deputising for the Commercial Manager – Digital & IT as needed.

Skills & Experience

• Strong background in IT procurement, contract management, and commercial leadership in complex or public service settings.
• Experience navigating procurement legislation, frameworks, and best practices.
• Commercial acumen with expertise in IT supplier markets, risk assessment, and value assurance.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and contract performance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a proactive, collaborative approach.
• CIPS Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience (at least 5 years in IT purchasing or contract negotiation).