Procurement Lead - CIPS | IT & Professional Services

Abacus Consulting; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Abacus Consulting is seeking a Procurement Lead, CIPS qualified, to join our client in Milton Keynes with a hybrid working pattern. You will lead end-to-end procurement activity for designated business areas, negotiate contracts with suppliers, and support the development of SLAs with business partners.

Strong supplier management and IT/Professional Services experience are essential. The role requires confident communication, proactive delivery, and the ability to meet tight deadlines set by

Qualifications

• Fully qualified in CIPS and experience in IT Services and Professional Services.
• Strong knowledge of IT software industry and supplier relations.
• Able to work with senior management under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement activity for assigned business areas.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers, with legal counsel input as needed.
• Support product owners in development of SLAs with vendors.
• Ensure clear articulation of requirements to suppliers.
• Deliver procurement services to drive commercial benefits and supplier performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Education

CIPS qualification

Job description

Abacus Consulting is seeking a Procurement Lead, CIPS qualified, to join our client in Milton Keynes with a hybrid working pattern. You will lead end-to-end procurement activity for designated business areas, negotiate contracts with suppliers, and support the development of SLAs with business partners.

Strong supplier management and IT/Professional Services experience are essential. The role requires confident communication, proactive delivery, and the ability to meet tight deadlines set by