Senior IT Procurement Manager

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Northampton is looking for a Senior IT Procurement Manager to spearhead their new procurement function. This role involves strategic sourcing, supplier governance, and collaboration with senior stakeholders to enhance procurement outcomes in a supportive and flexible environment.

Benefits

Enhanced pension scheme

Generous leave entitlement

Flexible hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in IT procurement licensing, including SaaS and cloud agreements.
• Exceptional negotiation skills and commercial knowledge.
• Proven ability to manage senior stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for IT categories.
• Manage supplier relationships and ensure compliance with procurement policies.
• Create category strategies to achieve cost savings.

Skills

Negotiation expertise

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Contract management

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Posted:

28.06.2025

Expiry Date:

12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Butler Rose is delighted to be partnered with this highly regarded and globally recognised organisation to recruit a Senior IT Procurement Manager, playing a pivotal role in the creation of a brand-new procurement function. This is a unique and compelling chance to shape procurement from the ground up within a progressive and innovative environment - one of the first key hires in this exciting transformation!

In this newly established role, you will lead the IT procurement agenda, partnering with senior stakeholders to streamline, organise and drive transformation in a role that you can really make your own. You'll play a central part in embedding robust supplier governance while delivering strategic outcomes across IT categories and so will have previous knowledge of SaaS, cloud services, software, and digital technologies / licensing agreements.

Key Responsibilities
* Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across IT categories working with key stakeholders
* Create and deliver category strategies to unlock cost savings and drive value
* Manage supplier relationships and oversee contract performance
* Ensure compliance with procurement policies, risk protocols, and governance
* Align procurement strategies with overarching business goals

Candidate Profile
* Demonstrable experience in IT procurement licensing, including knowledge of SaaS and cloud based agreements
* Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation expertise
* Skilled at stakeholder management and supplier engagement at senior levels
* Proficient in managing tenders, spend analysis, and driving measurable results - proficient in complex contract management and good S2P experience

Our client offers a competitive benefits package including an enhanced pension scheme, generous leave entitlement, and a flexible hybrid working model (typically two office days per week). This is a rare leadership opportunity to have a lasting impact in a developing area, working within a supportive structure that recognises the value its people bring to the organisation.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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