Strategic IT Procurement Manager

Sofina Foods Europe; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car Allowance

Company Bonus Scheme

Company Pension Scheme

Enhanced Sick Pay

Job summary

Sofina Foods Europe IT procurement role based in Leeds: lead end-to-end procurement of technology products and services, collaborating with Head of IT and stakeholders to ensure well-governed contracts, supplier coordination and value-driven purchases across hardware, software, infrastructure and IT services.

Day-to-day procurement administration, contract records and supplier documentation, plus exposure to strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations and technology investments across IT domains.

Qualifications

• Procurement or purchasing experience within a commercial environment.
• Strong administrative skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience managing supplier information, contracts or procurement documentation.
• Confidence communicating with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Good commercial awareness and cost optimisation mindset.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with Excel and procurement systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in technology procurement is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Managing purchase requests and coordinating the end-to-end procurement process for IT goods and services.
• Maintaining supplier contracts, licensing records and procurement documentation with accuracy.
• Supporting supplier onboarding, contract renewals and purchase order administration.
• Assisting with sourcing activities across software, hardware, infrastructure, telecoms and IT services.
• Supporting commercial negotiations and helping secure best value from technology suppliers.
• Producing spend reports, supplier data and procurement analysis to identify savings opportunities.
• Building relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure smooth procurement delivery.
• Supporting procurement governance, contract compliance and continuous improvement of procurement processes.

Skills

Procurement experience

Administrative skills

Commercial awareness

Supplier negotiation

Analytical skills

Stakeholder communication

Tools

Excel

Procurement systems

Job description

Sofina Foods Europe IT procurement role based in Leeds: lead end-to-end procurement of technology products and services, collaborating with Head of IT and stakeholders to ensure well-governed contracts, supplier coordination and value-driven purchases across hardware, software, infrastructure and IT services.

Day-to-day procurement administration, contract records and supplier documentation, plus exposure to strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations and technology investments across IT domains.