Global Procurement Manager - Technology Transformation

Cedar; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic global procurement function in a transformative role that goes beyond traditional category management. This position offers the chance to act as a strategic enabler within a major enterprise-wide transformation program. You will lead sourcing and negotiations with Tier 1 technology vendors, drive supplier strategies, and provide consultancy to stakeholders. With direct access to C-suite leadership, this is an opportunity to influence high-level decision-making while being part of a growing team. Enjoy a hybrid working environment that promotes work-life balance and personal growth.

Benefits

Fast-track progression

Senior exposure to leadership

Hybrid & flexible working

Purpose-driven work

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic IT procurement with Tier 1 vendors.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and contract management for high-value IT deals.
• Act as a strategic partner to transformation teams.

Skills

Strategic IT Procurement

Negotiation Skills

Vendor Management

Commercial Acumen

Stakeholder Management

Agile Methodologies

Job description

Summary

Join a dynamic, forward-thinking global procurement function in the midst of a major enterprise-wide transformation. This is not your typical category manager role - it's an opportunity to act as a strategic enabler within a large business wide transformation programme.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a strategic procurement partner to the transformation and IT delivery teams, understanding business objectives and shaping commercial strategies to enable success.
• Lead sourcing, negotiation, and contract management for complex, high-value IT deals with Tier 1 suppliers (e.g. Microsoft, AWS, Salesforce, Google Cloud, Oracle).
• Support the integration of regional procurement teams into a global centralised model.
• Develop and implement supplier strategies that enable innovation, performance, and value across the full vendor lifecycle.
• Drive continuous improvement and in-life supplier management to ensure optimal service delivery and commercial value.
• Provide internal consultancy to transformation stakeholders, translating technical requirements into commercial solutions.
• Deliver executive-level reporting, business cases, and commercial governance that influence C-suite decision-making.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in strategic IT procurement, involving Tier 1 technology vendors.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to lead complex global negotiations.
• Experience working in large-scale transformation programmes (ideally involving AI, ERP, or cloud).
• Ability to build strong cross-functional stakeholder relationships, influence at all levels, and drive change.
• Exposure to vendor management, contract lifecycle governance, and procurement-led delivery models.
• Agile, self-starting, and able to operate both tactically and strategically within a fast-paced, evolving environment.

What's in it for you?

• Fast-track progression: Clear opportunity to progress from within 6-12 months.
• Transformation at scale: Be part of a major technology-led business transformation impacting thousands of employees and customers.
• Senior exposure: Direct access to procurement and transformation leadership, including the C-Suite.
• Growth environment: Join a growing global procurement team.
• Hybrid & flexible working: Work-life balance built into a high-impact strategic role.
• Purpose-driven work: Play a critical role in reshaping procurement within a business undergoing fundamental change.