Senior IT Procurement Strategist - Hybrid UK

British Red Cross; Greater London, Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading humanitarian organization is seeking an IT Senior Procurement Specialist to manage and deliver end-to-end procurement strategies, ensuring value for money, savings, and efficiencies. The successful candidate will have a degree or equivalent experience and preferably CIPS membership. Responsibilities include leading sourcing projects and stakeholder management. This role offers a hybrid work model, 36 days annual leave, and other extensive benefits.

Benefits

36 days annual leave

Up to 6% contributory pension

Flexible working

Comprehensive learning opportunities

Mental health and wellbeing assistance

Cycle2Work scheme

Interest-free commuting loan

Qualifications

• Qualified to degree level (or equivalent by experience) with membership (or working towards one) of CIPS.
• Experience of managing large value categories and procurement contracts.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Developing and leading sourcing projects.
• Stakeholder management and market analysis.
• Providing expert advice on procurement lifecycle.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Stakeholder management

Contract negotiation

Education

Degree level qualification or equivalent experience

Membership or working towards CIPS

Job description

A leading humanitarian organization is seeking an IT Senior Procurement Specialist to manage and deliver end-to-end procurement strategies, ensuring value for money, savings, and efficiencies. The successful candidate will have a degree or equivalent experience and preferably CIPS membership. Responsibilities include leading sourcing projects and stakeholder management. This role offers a hybrid work model, 36 days annual leave, and other extensive benefits.