IT Procurement Lead — Software, SaaS & Hardware

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

Job summary

Matchtech is recruiting for a Lead Buyer - Information Technology on a full-time permanent basis in Bolton. The role leads end-to-end IT procurement across software, SaaS, services and hardware, partnering with stakeholders across the UK and Europe.

You will manage large procurement projects, negotiate best value, ensure governance and compliance, and be prepared to travel for international meetings.

Qualifications

• Experience in IT procurement or strong indirect procurement with interest in IT.
• Knowledge of sourcing and contract management across IT categories.
• Strong communication and stakeholder relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver in a fast-moving environment.
• Willingness to travel internationally and 2–3 days on-site in hybrid model.
• Working towards MCIPS qualification (support available).

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 against cost, quality and risk objectives
• Build and maintain strong internal stakeholder relationships across the UK and Europe, operating effectively 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 for stakeholder or supplier engagement where required

Skills

IT procurement

Stakeholder management

Contract negotiation

Sourcing strategy development

Project delivery

Education

MCIPS qualification

Job description

Matchtech is recruiting for a Lead Buyer - Information Technology on a full-time permanent basis in Bolton. The role leads end-to-end IT procurement across software, SaaS, services and hardware, partnering with stakeholders across the UK and Europe.

You will manage large procurement projects, negotiate best value, ensure governance and compliance, and be prepared to travel for international meetings.