Lead Buyer - Information Technology

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

Proven experience in procurement as a Buyer, Indirect Buyer or similar role, with the ability to lead complex sourcing and stakeholder projects.

A leading international organisation are currently recruiting for a Lead Buyer - Information Technology on a full-time, permanent basis in Bolton.

Role - Lead Buyer - Information Technology

Type - Permanent

Location - Bolton

Salary - Circa £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience

Key responsibilities for the Lead Buyer - Information Technology will include and will not be limited to:

• 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

Key skills and experience required for Lead Buyer - Information Technology job applicant and will not be limited to:

• Experience in IT procurement or strong indirect procurement experience with a clear interest in moving into IT procurement
• Knowledge of sourcing and contract management across IT categories such as enterprise software, engineering software, SaaS, services, networks or cyber
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with confidence influencing a range of stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver projects independently in a fast-moving environment
• Comfortable working in a hybrid model, with 2 to 3 days per week on-site (dependent on workload classification)
• Willingness to travel internationally for quarterly team meetings and occasional project requirements
• Working towards MCIPS qualification, or willingness to pursue MCIPS (support available)
• British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship, with the ability to complete BPSS checks after offer stage

must be eligible to live and work in the UK.