Commercial Lead IT Digital

TN United Kingdom; Kingston upon Thames; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Commercial Lead for Digital & IT to shape and deliver procurement strategies. This permanent, full-time role involves leading the digital transformation and managing IT contracts, ensuring compliance with governance standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in public sector procurement and a strong understanding of IT market dynamics. With a flexible working arrangement, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the shared IT services for local councils. If you possess the necessary skills and expertise, this could be the perfect role for you.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Expertise in procurement and contract management within the IT sector.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver Digital & IT procurement strategy and contract management.
• Drive value for money in commissioning spend and contract performance.

Skills

Commercial expertise

Contract management

Performance management

Public sector procurement legislation

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

CIPS Level 3

5+ years in purchasing IT solutions

Job description

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Commercial Lead IT Digital, Kingston upon Thames

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Client:

Colbern Limited

Location:

Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

24194a891303

Job Views:

5

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Our client is looking for an experienced Commercial Lead IT.

Commercial Lead for Digital and IT
Permanent
Full-time
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 purpose of the commercial team is to lead and deliver the core Digital & IT requirements and develop short, medium and long term procurement strategy plans. The team is responsible for delivering and managing the complete lifecycle of Digital & IT’s contract in line with the service plan.
Additionally, the team is currently transitioning to expand its expertise to provide a greater level of support to the various services for their line of business procurement and contract activities and negotiations.

The role of Commercial Lead for Digital & IT is a permanent position which focuses on shaping and delivering the Digital & IT Strategy for Procurement, Contract, Negotiations, and Supplier management, ensuring adherence to commissioning governance. The role requires a procurement and contract subject matter expert across the IT category.

The position involves driving the delivery of the Digital & IT Service plan/strategy, market management, and working with stakeholders. It aims to achieve value for money (VFM) in commissioning spend and contract performance for Kingston and Sutton Councils’ shared IT service.

Key activities include leadership, commissioning and performance management, customer and partner relations, digital/new ways of working, and delivery of IT strategy.
The ideal candidate should have commercial expertise, contract and performance management skills, an understanding of public sector procurement legislation, extensive IT market knowledge, and strong leadership and communication skills.
A minimum of CIPS level 3 or having at least 5 years of experience in purchasing IT solutions is also an important attribute.

PLEASE ONLY apply if you have the necessary skills, experience and expertise.

The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer.