Snr Procurement Manager - IT - £95K

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior IT Procurement Manager to lead the development of a Greenfield Procurement function. This exciting role involves business partnering and delivering complex IT sourcing projects in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will be commercially astute and possess strong influencing skills to negotiate effectively with suppliers and engage with executive management. If you are results-driven and ready to make a significant impact in the IT procurement landscape, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in IT Procurement & Category Management required.
• Strong influencing skills and leadership abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop key stakeholder relationships within the IT community.
• Drive commercial value across IT & Technology Procurement projects.

Skills

IT Procurement

Category Management

Contract Negotiation

Stakeholder Engagement

Commercial Acumen

Leadership Skills

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Snr Procurement Manager - IT - £95K, Birmingham

Client:

1st Executive

Location:

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

07.05.2025

Expiry Date:

21.06.2025

Job Description:

Role: Senior IT Procurement Manager

Salary: Up to £95K + Excellent Benefits

Location: Birmingham (2 days p/w on site)

Are you an IT Procurement Manager with experience in business partnering and delivering complex IT sourcing projects across Cloud, DevOps, ITO, and Software? This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop a Greenfield Procurement function alongside a newly appointed Head of Procurement for a PE-backed Wealth & Investment Management firm.

Key to your success: Developing key stakeholder relationships within the IT community, positioning Procurement as a value-adding business partner, and driving commercial value across IT & Technology Procurement projects to support the organization's digital transformation.

You will need to:

• Be commercially astute, financially literate, and legally competent to negotiate contracts.
• Have strong influencing skills and leadership, with the gravitas to negotiate credibly with suppliers and engage with the CIO and executive management.
• Be results-driven with a proven track record of achievement and adaptability.
• Be familiar with operating in a regulatory environment.

Experience:

• IT Procurement & Category Management experience.
• Solid understanding of procurement processes, principles, commercial and legal constructs, and financial models.
• Skills to influence and drive effective change in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivation, tenacity, and a focus on delivery.
• Gravitas to influence stakeholders at all levels.