Sourcing Technology Services

Classified Jobs; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative and inclusive environment

Job summary

A leading company in professional services is seeking a Sourcing Specialist in London to develop and execute sourcing strategies. This mid-senior level role involves managing supplier relationships and performing in-depth market research. Ideal candidates will have a solid educational background along with significant experience in IT procurement, ensuring optimal supplier collaborations to meet the company's diverse technology needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in IT procurement, software, hardware, cloud, and telecommunications.
• Fluency in English, German is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement innovative sourcing strategies for IT procurement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Conduct thorough market research to identify new suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or Information Technology

Tools

Procurement software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

• Develop and Execute Sourcing Strategies: Create and implement innovative sourcing strategies for IT procurement, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality acquisitions across software, hardware, cloud, and telecommunications.
• Manage Supplier Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
• Market Research: Conduct thorough market research to identify new suppliers and cutting-edge sourcing solutions.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with internal teams to understand and meet their IT requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Performance Analysis: Monitor and analyze procurement performance metrics to drive continuous improvement and optimize processes.
• Reporting and Documentation: Ensure timely and accurate procurement reporting and documentation.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a commercial environment, with a focus on IT procurement, including software, hardware, cloud, and/or telecommunications.
• Skills: Strong negotiation and contract management skills, excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Communication: Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Proficiency in German is a plus.
• Team Player: Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, professional services environment.
• Global Mindset: Comfortable working in a global setup with clients in the US and other European countries.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary and Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary.
• Professional Development: Take advantage of opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a collaborative and inclusive work environment that values your contributions.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Professional Services

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