IT Software & Cloud Procurement Lead (12m FTC) Belfast

1st Executive; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

1st Executive in Belfast is seeking a Category Manager - Technology for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will lead IT procurement activities, focusing on software and cloud spend, and work closely with senior management to deliver value.

The role requires strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and contract oversight, with a data-driven approach to identify savings and drive commercially effective decisions. Hybrid working with three days in the office is expected.

Qualifications

• IT procurement experience across industries.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Experience managing IT suppliers and commercial contracts.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT procurement activity across software and cloud spend.
• Negotiate and manage IT supplier contracts to maximise value.
• Partner with stakeholders to understand business needs and deliver commercially effective solutions.
• Use data and insights to identify opportunities and support strategic decisions.

Skills

IT procurement

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Contract management

Data analytics

Job description

1st Executive in Belfast is seeking a Category Manager - Technology for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will lead IT procurement activities, focusing on software and cloud spend, and work closely with senior management to deliver value.

The role requires strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and contract oversight, with a data-driven approach to identify savings and drive commercially effective decisions. Hybrid working with three days in the office is expected.