Lead Buyer - Information Technology

Matchtech; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Lead Buyer - Information Technology in Bolton, UK, a full-time permanent role with hybrid working. The candidate will lead IT procurement, manage end-to-end sourcing, and build strong stakeholder relationships across the UK and Europe.

The role requires experience in IT or indirect procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and a willingness to travel internationally for team meetings. MCIPS qualification is encouraged and BPSS checks apply after offer.

Qualifications

• Experience in IT procurement or strong indirect procurement experience with interest in IT procurement.
• Knowledge of sourcing and contract management across IT categories such as software, SaaS, services, networks or cyber.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with confidence influencing 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 on-site per week.
• 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, BPSS checks after offer.

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 cost, quality and risk objectives.
• Build and maintain strong internal stakeholder relationships across the UK and Europe 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 as required.

Skills

IT procurement

Indirect procurement

Stakeholder mgmt

Contract negotiations

Sourcing strategies

Project management

MCIPS

BPSS checks

UK work eligibility

Hybrid work

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

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

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

To apply for this Lead Buyer / IT Buyer / Indirect Buyer / IT Procurement Buyer candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.