IT Procurement Manager 65k Global Remit

1st Executive Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an IT Procurement Manager to join their global team, focusing on innovative sourcing strategies within the technology sector. This role involves leading complex sourcing projects, engaging with C-Level stakeholders, and implementing best-in-class supplier management initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT procurement, excellent stakeholder engagement skills, and a passion for driving value through innovative procurement practices. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a high-profile organization while enjoying hybrid working arrangements and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Excellent benefits

Corporate package

Qualifications

• Experience in IT procurement with a focus on technology services.
• Proven track record in managing complex IT sourcing projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end global sourcing projects in IT/Technology.
• Engage and influence C-Level stakeholders effectively.

Skills

Procurement experience

Stakeholder engagement

IT sourcing projects

Supplier management

Innovation in procurement

Education

Degree or CIPS qualified

Job description

£55000 - £65000 per annum + hybrid working/excellent benefits

Contact:

Contact email:

Job ref: J68162_1733833323

Published: 3 days ago

Expiry date: 2025-01-09

Start date: ASAP

Role: IT Procurement Manager

Location: Manchester (hybrid)

Salary: Up to £65K + corporate package

Type: Full time | Permanent | Hybrid

Looking to join a truly global remit? 1st Executive are seeking an IT Procurement Manager on behalf of a high-profile FTSE100 organisation to join the Global IT Procurement, leading large scale projects within the business.

Responsibilities:

• Focusing on the sourcing of technology services, you will be responsible for the delivery of end-to-end global sourcing projects across the breadth of the IT/Technology spend category.
• You will engage C-Level stakeholders, nurturing relationships to ensure the value of Procurement is recognised.
• You will guide and mentor your internal customers through full lifecycle sourcing projects spanning the IT sub-categories, identifying opportunities to innovate the way third-party consultancy solutions are utilised.
• You will be responsible for the definition and implementation of global category strategies. In turn, you will be expected to introduce best-in-class supplier management initiatives as well as further innovative 'value-add' procurement initiatives.

Experience:

• Procurement experience gained in the Technology spend category
• Proven experience of delivering complex IT sourcing projects
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and management skill-set; demonstrating success in influencing decision making
• Ideally experience of working in a regulated industry sector
• Degree or CIPS qualified is preferred

***Due to our client's requirements, applicants must be based in the UK and hold current/valid UK RTW***