Hybrid IT Procurement Lead – Software, SaaS & Hardware

Matchtech; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Lead Buyer - Information Technology in Bolton, UK, a full-time permanent role with hybrid working. The candidate will lead IT procurement, manage end-to-end sourcing, and build strong stakeholder relationships across the UK and Europe.

The role requires experience in IT or indirect procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and a willingness to travel internationally for team meetings. MCIPS qualification is encouraged and BPSS checks apply after offer.

Qualifications

• Experience in IT procurement or strong indirect procurement experience with interest in IT procurement.
• Knowledge of sourcing and contract management across IT categories such as software, SaaS, services, networks or cyber.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with confidence influencing stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver projects independently in a fast-moving environment.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid model, with 2 to 3 days on-site per week.
• Willingness to travel internationally for quarterly team meetings and occasional project requirements.
• Working towards MCIPS qualification, or willingness to pursue MCIPS (support available).
• British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship, BPSS checks after offer.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver end-to-end procurement activities across a broad IT spend portfolio including software, SaaS, services and hardware.
• Own and run larger procurement projects, supporting Category Managers and delivering cost, quality and risk objectives.
• Build and maintain strong internal stakeholder relationships across the UK and Europe in an international context.
• Engage with suppliers and internal customers to define requirements, develop sourcing strategies and manage tender processes.
• Manage commercial discussions and negotiations to secure best value and robust contractual outcomes.
• Support governance, compliance and documentation requirements aligned to regulated procurement environments.
• Attend and contribute to regular international team meetings and travel as required.

Skills

IT procurement

Indirect procurement

Stakeholder mgmt

Contract negotiations

Sourcing strategies

Project management

MCIPS

BPSS checks

UK work eligibility

Hybrid work

Job description

Lead Buyer - Information Technology in Bolton, UK, a full-time permanent role with hybrid working. The candidate will lead IT procurement, manage end-to-end sourcing, and build strong stakeholder relationships across the UK and Europe.

The role requires experience in IT or indirect procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and a willingness to travel internationally for team meetings. MCIPS qualification is encouraged and BPSS checks apply after offer.