Sourcing Technology Services

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

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.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative and inclusive environment

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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