IT Procurement Lead - Hybrid (Manchester)

JSS; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Benefits package

Job summary

JSS in Manchester seeks an IT Category Manager to own the IT spend, drive value through procurement, and lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives. You will shape strategies, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure governance across the procurement lifecycle.

The role requires 3+ years in IT procurement, experience with e-sourcing/e-tendering, and strong stakeholder influence to deliver cost savings and value in a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in IT procurement management with a track record of value delivery.
• Experience using e-sourcing or e-tendering platforms.
• Proactive approach to leading procurement activities and strategies.
• Ability to build credibility with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong influencing skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Working knowledge of Procurement Act, PCR/UCR, governance and public procurement.
• Proven history of adding value through IT procurement in relevant areas.

Responsibilities

• Drive value through procurement activities, seeking efficiencies and benefits.
• Own the IT category and provide commercial advice to stakeholders.
• Lead procurement and contract negotiations for goods and services.
• Ensure supplier credentials meet policies, governance, and values.
• Identify procurement risks and opportunities and manage them.
• Lead end-to-end procurement: early engagement, tenders, evaluation, negotiation and award.
• Produce and own procurement strategies delivering value and efficiencies.
• Lead reviews with stakeholders and contract managers for planning and pipeline mgmt.
• Endorse governance compliance where procurement policy applies.
• Collaborate with Finance on cost drivers, savings, and budgeting.

Skills

IT Procurement management

e-sourcing/e-tendering

Stakeholder management

Value delivery through procurement

Contract negotiation

Public procurement principles

Vendor risk & governance

Job description

JSS in Manchester seeks an IT Category Manager to own the IT spend, drive value through procurement, and lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives. You will shape strategies, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure governance across the procurement lifecycle.

The role requires 3+ years in IT procurement, experience with e-sourcing/e-tendering, and strong stakeholder influence to deliver cost savings and value in a hybrid working environment.