Senior Commercial Officer (Technology)

Korn Ferry; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Korn Ferry Group is seeking a procurement professional to lead technology-focused commercial activities in Birmingham. You will design and deliver AI-enabled procurement strategies, manage end-to-end procurements, and ensure governance-aligned recommendations with stakeholders and suppliers.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, value for money, and sustained supplier performance, supporting organisational targets and strategic transformation across digital delivery initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial role within a technology environment.
• Focus on digital delivery, AI and geospatial procurement.
• Led and delivered procurements with contract or supplier management.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance.
• Driving efficiency and cost savings through initiatives.
• Ability to identify risks and formulate mitigation plans.
• Analytical work with data and financial information to support decisions.

Responsibilities

• Support key customers by preparing comprehensive commercial documentation and leading end-to-end procurements, compliant with procurement regulations.
• Design and deliver technology procurements that drive innovation, automation and AI-enabled delivery for faster results and value for money.
• Draft and present recommendations for approval through governance boards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to prepare contract management documents and ensure smooth execution.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure cost, service and quality targets are met.

Skills

Commercial experience in tech

AI / Geospatial procurement

Contract management

Supplier relationship management

Regulatory compliance

Data-driven decision making

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

• Support key customers by preparing comprehensive commercial documentation and leading end-to-end procurements, compliant with procurement regulations, expertly managing the full commercial life cycle.
• Design and deliver technology procurements that drive and leverage innovation, automation and use of AI to enable faster delivery, operational efficiency and provide tangible savings, value for money and quality outcomes.
• Draft and present recommendations for approval through governance boards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to prepare contract management documents.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring exceptional performance across cost, service, and quality
• Provide insightful day-to-day advice on commercial risks, opportunities, and challenges - maximizing value for money and savings.
• Oversee the successful delivery of IT contracts while identifying and managing sustainable impacts throughout the commercial life cycle.
• Partner with customers to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions aligned with organisational objectives and corporate targets.
• Manage the category pipeline following commercial policies and procedures, ensuring propriety and value for money at every stage.
• Share knowledge, providing support to colleagues, empowering them with the knowledge and skills to perform effectively.
• Utilise IT systems and applications proficiently to streamline and enhance daily operations.
• Lead or participate in meetings to drive effective decision-making, including agenda setting, discussion facilitation, and accurate documentation of actions.
• Foster positive, productive relationships with colleagues, customers, and suppliers - confidently influencing and challenging when needed to achieve the best commercial

Essential:

• Experience of working in a commercial role within a technology environment is essential.
• Areas of focus will include digital delivery and potentially, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Geospatial
• Leading and supporting the successful delivery of a variety of procurements, with experience in managing contracts or suppliers being highly desirable.
• Demonstrating a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, ensuring compliance with policies and processes, and championing these standards in all aspects of your work.
• Driving operational improvements by implementing initiatives that enhance efficiency, promote business transformation, and refine ways of working.
• Applying your commercial acumen to generate tangible benefits, efficiencies, and cost savings.
• Proactively identifying risks and issues and formulating and executing robust mitigation plans.
• Delivering well-reasoned conclusions and recommendations, backed by thorough analysis of data - including financial information.

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