Senior Tech Commercial Lead – AI, Procurements & Innovation

Korn Ferry Group; 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

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.