Global IT & Digital Procurement Leader

UCB; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

UCB, based in Slough, UK, seeks a Global Procurement Manager IT & Digital to secure optimal value in software, hardware and telecom sourcing. You’ll lead global tech spend, collaborate with Digital Technology leaders, assess vendors, negotiate terms and drive procurement excellence across regions and regulatory landscapes.

You’ll work with Digital Technology leadership and strategic suppliers in a global remit, advising on sourcing, risk management and sustainability, while supporting business

Qualifications

• 8+ years in strategic procurement, sales or digital tech roles.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management experience in tech domains.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage global technology spend and end-to-end procurement processes.
• Develop technology category strategies to drive spend management.
• Negotiate terms and ensure contractual compliance with Legal.
• Embed risk management and sustainability in contracts.
• Support continuous improvement and approve POs within thresholds.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

English fluency

Job description

UCB, based in Slough, UK, seeks a Global Procurement Manager IT & Digital to secure optimal value in software, hardware and telecom sourcing. You’ll lead global tech spend, collaborate with Digital Technology leaders, assess vendors, negotiate terms and drive procurement excellence across regions and regulatory landscapes.

You’ll work with Digital Technology leadership and strategic suppliers in a global remit, advising on sourcing, risk management and sustainability, while supporting business