IT Procurement Manager

A&O Shearman; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A&O Shearman seeks an experienced IT Procurement Manager for its Belfast office to lead strategic sourcing and negotiation across IT categories. This pivotal role requires an individual adept in stakeholder engagement, with a strong background in procurement management within professional services, shaping the technology supply chain for the firm. Join a global leader committed to innovation and flexible working.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Flexible working culture (40% remote).

Opportunity to work on high-value projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a procurement management role.
• Strong track record across IT categories (software, hardware, services).
• Deep understanding of procurement best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and complex negotiations.
• Align procurement strategies with broader business goals.
• Build and manage relationships with key suppliers.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Commercial strategy

Education

MCIPS qualification

Job description

Job Description

We're seeking a dynamic and strategic IT Procurement Manager to lead global sourcing, negotiation, and procurement across our IT and technology categories.

Based in the A&O Shearman Belfast office, this is a high-impact role where you'll act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, drive value, and shape the future of our technology supply chain.

Apply today via the link below or contact me at [e-mail] to find out more.

What you will do

• Serve as a procurement business partner to senior leaders across the firm.
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and complex negotiations across global IT categories.
• Align procurement strategies with broader business goals, including ESG and innovation.
• Build and manage relationships with key suppliers to ensure performance and value delivery.
• Provide category insights and market intelligence to drive informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with vendor management and risk teams to ensure lifecycle and compliance excellence.
• Deputise for the Procurement Lead (IT) when required.

What we are looking for

• Proven experience in a procurement management role, ideally within a professional services or partnership environment.
• Strong track record across IT categories including software, hardware and services.
• Deep understanding of procurement best practices and commercial strategy.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills at senior levels.
• Analytical, resilient, and comfortable navigating complexity and change.
• MCIPS qualification is desirable but not essential.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a globally respected firm with a forward-thinking procurement function.
• Work on high-value, high-impact projects that shape the firm's future.
• Enjoy a collaborative, inclusive, and flexible working culture.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Ready to make your mark in global IT procurement?

Apply now and bring your expertise to a team that values innovation, integrity, and impact.

What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.

Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required.

We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, allowing our people to work from home up to 40% of their working time. We do however remain committed to working together in person for the remaining 60% of time so that we can learn, grow and succeed together.