IT Procurement Specialist (Public Sector)

Akkodis; Greater London; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Modis is recruiting an experienced IT Procurement Specialist for Public Sector to shape government technology procurement across Central Government, Defence and National Security. The role is UK-wide with remote working and a permanent contract.

You will lead end-to-end procurement, develop commercial strategies, manage tenders, and engage with senior stakeholders to deliver outcomes on major transformation programmes in cloud, cyber, data and AI procurements.

Qualifications

• Technology procurement experience for complex programmes.
• Strong supplier and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of public sector governance and assurance processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end technology procurement and sourcing activities.
• Develop procurement and commercial strategies for technology programmes.
• Manage competitive tender processes and supplier evaluations.
• Provide commercial expertise across cloud, cyber, data and AI procurements.
• Support governance, assurance and approval activities.
• Engage with senior government and defence stakeholders.

Skills

Technology procurement

Strategic sourcing

Stakeholder management

Public sector governance

Job description

IT Procurement Specialist - Public Sector

Location: UK Wide (Remote)
Employment Type: Permanent
Security Clearance: Must be eligible for Security Clearance

Shape the Future of Government Technology Procurement

Are you an experienced technology procurement professional looking to work on some of the UK's most critical and high-profile transformation programmes? We are seeking talented Procurement and Commercial professionals to support Central Government, Defence and National Security organisations in procuring innovative technology and digital solutions.

The Opportunity

You will lead and support complex technology procurement activities, develop commercial strategies, engage senior stakeholders and deliver procurement outcomes across major transformation programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end technology procurement and sourcing activities.
• Develop procurement and commercial strategies for technology programmes.
• Manage competitive tender processes and supplier evaluations.
• Provide commercial expertise across cloud, cyber, data and AI procurements.
• Support governance, assurance and approval activities.
• Manage supplier relationships and maximise commercial value.
• Engage with senior stakeholders across Government and Defence programmes.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Technology procurement and strategic sourcing expertise.
• Commercial and supplier management experience.
• Knowledge of public sector governance and assurance processes.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Experience within Central Government and/or Defence environments.
• Understanding of technology and digital services procurement.

Desirable Experience

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Machine Learning
• Generative AI platforms and services
• Advanced data and analytics technologies

Why Join?

• Work on nationally significant programmes.
• Influence procurement of cutting-edge technologies.
• Collaborate with senior leaders.
• Access strong career development opportunities.
• Benefit from flexible working arrangements.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

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