Commercial Procurement Manager Tech

-; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent public broadcaster based in the UK is seeking a Commercial Procurement Manager to partner with stakeholders and drive effective sourcing strategies. You will be responsible for delivering compliant tenders, managing projects, and identifying innovative solutions for procurement challenges. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing regulated tenders, knowledge of the Procurement Act, and the ability to provide commercial insights from data analysis. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and additional benefits.

Benefits

Negotiable salary package

Flexible 35-hour working week

25 days annual leave

Defined pension scheme

Discounted dental and health care

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience managing regulated tenders and knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023.
• Good general knowledge of technology trends and industry developments.
• Proven background of successfully delivering cost optimisation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compliant tenders from initiation to completion.
• Identify key stakeholders and maintain effective communication.
• Analyse market trends for cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop strategic category and sourcing plans.

Skills

Experience managing regulated tenders

Ability to deliver value from technology sourcing

Knowledge of Government frameworks

Project-management skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Data analysis and market context skills

Experience with procurement software

Supplier/contract management experience

Professional certification in procurement

Job description

Commercial Procurement Manager – Technology

Job ID: 23420 | Salary: £50,000 – £65,000 per annum | Band: D | Contract Type: Permanent | Location: Any major BBC hub (UK based)

We are seeking a Commercial Procurement Manager to partner with stakeholders to influence the appropriate sourcing approach, drive third‑party commercial strategy, and ensure compliance with public procurement regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver compliant tenders (against Procurement Act 2024) from initiation to completion.
• Identify key stakeholders in your category of spend and maintain effective communication.
• Identify and mitigate project/tender risks, escalating where necessary.
• Analyse market trends and data to identify cost‑saving opportunities and provide actionable decisions.
• Develop and implement strategic category and sourcing plans that align with business goals.
• Establish processes to navigate approval and governance routes, ensuring timely clearances.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment.
• Monitor and report on procurement performance metrics for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with suppliers to drive performance innovations and maintain strong relationships.
• Prepare strategic presentations and reports for stakeholders, providing data‑driven insights.

Qualifications & Experience

• Demonstrable experience managing regulated tenders and knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023.
• Ability to deliver value from technology sourcing projects with limited competition.
• Extensive knowledge of using Government frameworks for maximum value and agility.
• Good general knowledge of technology trends and industry developments.
• Project‑management skills enabling end‑to‑end delivery of procurement projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop relationships at all levels.
• Experience analysing data and applying market context to provide commercial insights.
• Experience with procurement software and tools.
• Proven background of successfully delivering cost optimisation.
• Supplier / contract management experience fostering innovation.
• Professional certification in procurement (e.g. CIPS, CPSM) (Desirable).

Benefits

• Negotiable salary package.
• Flexible 35‑hour working week.
• 25 days annual leave with option to buy an extra 5 days.
• Defined pension scheme.
• Discounted dental, health care, gym and more.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. The BBC is a disability confident employer.

Contact & Legal Information

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job. The offer is conditional on satisfactory employment screening checks.

For any general queries, please contact: [e-mail].