Sourcing Technology Services

Chain IQ; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Chain IQ is seeking a Strategic Sourcer to lead IT sourcing initiatives in a fast-paced, multinational setting. You will guide clients through sourcing processes, optimize value, and ensure compliance while collaborating with senior stakeholders across the business.

The role demands 5–8 years of sourcing experience, strong IT pricing knowledge, and the ability to manage 10–15 concurrent initiatives in a global procurement context.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of sourcing experience, including IT categories.
• Experience negotiating with vendors and managing multi-stakeholder projects.
• Familiarity with e-sourcing tools and global compliance requirements.
• Business fluency in English and ability to work with senior clients.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to maximize value.
• Lead end-to-end RFx processes and contract negotiations.
• Collaborate with VPs/MDs to align on terms and processes.
• Manage multiple initiatives with tight deadlines.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior colleagues.

Skills

Sourcing experience

IT experience

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

e-sourcing tools

Negotiation

English fluency

Tools

e-sourcing tools

Job description

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Location: London, GB

Date: Sep 16, 2026

At Chain IQ, your ideas move fast.

Chain IQ is a global AI-driven Procurement Service Partner, headquartered in Baar, Switzerland, with operations across main centers and 16 offices worldwide. We provide tailored, end-to-end procurement solutions that enable transformation, drive scalability, and deliver substantial reductions in our clients' indirect spend. Our culture is built on innovation, entrepreneurship, ownership, and impact. Here, your voice matters - bold thinking is encouraged, and action follows ambition.

Purpose:

The Strategic Sourcer is a specialist within the IT sourcing team at Chain IQ, operating in a multinational environment and serving multiple clients. The role is central to guiding and supporting clients through their sourcing processes, ensuring optimal value, compliance with internal and international regulations, and acting as a trusted advisor. The position requires managing 10-15 initiatives simultaneously, often under tight and shifting deadlines, and demands a strong customer service orientation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to maximize efficiency and value.
• Analyse procurement costs and recommend cost-reduction methods.
• Negotiate and secure profitable deals for clients.
• Optimize sourcing procedures for efficiency.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders (VPs/MDs) to align on terms and processes.
• Lead end-to-end RFx processes using SaaS tools.
• Conduct cost/scenario analysis and benchmarking.
• Estimate and mitigate risks in sourcing.
• Monitor supplier market dynamics and anticipate shifts in negotiating power.
• Identify and partner with reliable vendors.
• Plan delivery quantities and timing.

Required Experience & Skills

• 5-8 years of sourcing experience.
• 5-10 years of IT experience across:
• Software pricing and licensing models
• Hardware pricing, end-user devices, servers
• Outsourcing and Offshoring to near and offshore locations
• Ability to work independently with senior client stakeholders.
• Familiarity with e-sourcing tools.
• Business fluency in English.

Additional Internal Insights

• The role is positioned as a "trusted advisor" and requires strong stakeholder management, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to handle multiple, fast-paced initiatives.
• Strategic Sourcers are expected to support and mentor junior colleagues, drive improvements, and act as category champions within the organization.
• The position is embedded in a global procurement services context, with Chain IQ operating across major international hubs and servicing clients in over 20 countries.

Join a truly global team.

We offer a dynamic and international environment where high performance meets real purpose. We're proud to be Great Place to Work-certified and even prouder of the people who make that possible. Let’s shape the future of procurement - together.

Chain IQ - Create. Lead. Make an impact.

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