Lead Buyer - Information Technology

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

Job summary

Matchtech are recruiting a Lead Buyer - Information Technology on a permanent basis in Stevenage. You will bring proven experience in procurement and lead complex IT sourcing projects.

In this role you will manage end-to-end procurement across software, SaaS, services and hardware, build strong stakeholder relationships across the UK and Europe, and drive cost, quality and risk objectives while coordinating international teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in IT procurement or strong indirect procurement experience.
• Knowledge of sourcing and contract management across IT categories (software, SaaS, services, hardware).
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver projects in a fast-moving environment.
• Hybrid work model with 2–3 days on-site (Stevenage)
• Willingness to travel internationally for meetings.
• Working towards MCIPS qualification or willingness to pursue MCIPS (support available).
• British citizen or dual UK national with right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver end-to-end procurement activities across an IT spend portfolio (software, SaaS, services, hardware).
• Own and run larger procurement projects, supporting Category Managers and delivering cost, quality and risk objectives.
• Build and maintain internal stakeholder relationships across the UK and Europe in an international context.
• Engage with suppliers and internal customers to define requirements and sourcing strategies; manage tender processes.
• Negotiate to secure best value and robust contractual outcomes.
• Support governance, compliance and documentation for regulated procurement environments.
• Attend and contribute to international team meetings and travel as required.

Education

MCIPS qualification (pursuit)

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 Stevenage

Role - Lead Buyer - Information Technology

Type - Permanent

Location - Stevenage

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

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