Senior Buyer (Software)

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

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ITG is seeking an experienced Software Buyer to join our team. As a Senior Software Buyer, you will be responsible for managing our IT procurement activities, ensuring the cost-effective acquisition of needs tested IT software, services and hardware.

You will work closely with internal stakeholders to understand their IT requirements (utilisation needs, feature requirements, vendor landscape, etc) and develop procurement strategies that meet their needs while also considering budget constraints and vendor management.

This role requires excellent vendor relationship management, negotiation skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with often non-technical internal user groups to define and manage needs. Strong commercial and problem-solving abilities are also key to identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement IT procurement strategies
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify IT requirements
• Identify and evaluate potential vendors and negotiate contracts
• Manage vendor relationships and monitor vendor performance
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures
• Analyze and report on procurement activities and cost savings

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Software Buyer or similar role
• In-depth knowledge of IT procurement processes and best practices
• Strong vendor management and negotiation skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Work’s a treat!

On top of a competitive salary, you can expect a whole load of perks:

• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays– we understand the importance of you getting some down time.
• Annual Wellbeing Day – enjoy an additional day on us to look after your physical and mental wellbeing.
• Pension Scheme – helping you save towards your retirement home in the sun!
• Corporate Medical Cash Plan – claim back the cost of your medical treatments.
• Smart Working Options – spend up to 40% of your working week from home.
• So many savings– through our online community platform, you can access dozens of daily deals, from money off top brands to discounts on days out.
• Employee Assistance Programme– our people are at the heart of everything we do, so if you’re happy, we’re happy.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – save on the cost of biking to work.
• Monthly Employee Awards - Employee of the Month programme with £250 bonus
• Raising money for charity including a paid Volunteer Day – we’re all about giving back… and having lots of fun in the process!
• Referral scheme– know the perfect person to join the team? You could bag £1,500 for a putting a good word in.
• Wellbeing Programme – giving you the opportunity to join regular, interactive Wellbeing Workshops or join our 30 plus Wellbeing Champions.
• Enhanced Family Friendly Leave – support for you and your family to help you navigate through the craziness of family life.

We Value Diversity

We champion and welcome diversity in our workforce and ensure all job applicants receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender or gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality.

We are not only committed to increasing the visibility and recognition of talent from under-represented groups within our organisation, but the wider industry too.

At the end of the day, we make sure we take time to look after ourselves, each other, and the planet, because we’re always stronger together.

ITG have a number of community groups available to employees and exist to offer a safe space for like-minded colleagues, with shared interests to connect, socialise and check in with each other.

These include Black ITGers Together, LGBTQ+ Together, Mens Health Together, Muslims Together, Neurodiversity Together, Working Parents and Carers Together and Women In Tech Together.

What next?

If you found yourself interested in knowing more, drop us your application and someone from our team will be in touch.