Commercial Lead – IT and Digital

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

Job summary

A leading company in the UK seeks an experienced Commercial Lead for IT and Digital to drive innovative strategies across shared services. In this hybrid role, you'll be responsible for all aspects of IT procurement, contract management, and supplier relationships, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Collaborating with various stakeholders, you'll mentor colleagues and enhance commercial capability, all while delivering maximum value through effective digital investments.

Benefits

30 days annual leave entitlement

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in IT purchasing or contract negotiation.
• Strong background in public service procurement.
• Expertise in IT supplier markets and risk evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Leading development of Digital & IT Service Plan and Category Strategy.
• Driving procurement processes and contract negotiations.
• Acting as the subject matter expert for IT commissioning.

Skills

IT procurement

Contract management

Commercial leadership

Supplier relationship management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

CIPS Level 3 qualification

Job description

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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)