Strategic IT Transformation Buyer | End‑to‑End Sourcing

Matchtech Group; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking a Transformation Lead Buyer - IT in Stevenage to lead end-to-end procurement for a major IT transformation programme. The role requires engaging UK suppliers, running RFx/tenders to award, and negotiating terms with stakeholders.

You will manage supplier performance and support transition milestones while coordinating with IT and Learning & Development teams. The position is permanent, on-site at Stevenage (minimum one day per week), offering a £50,000–£60,000 salary.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
• BPSS and SC clearance requirements must be met.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement workstreams for a major IT transformation programme.
• Identify and engage UK supplier market to support requirements and timelines.
• Run competitive sourcing exercises (RFx/tenders) through to award.
• Negotiate commercial terms and support contract award activity with stakeholders.
• Manage suppliers throughout lifecycle, track performance and manage risks.
• Support transition from legacy systems to new platforms with procurement outputs aligned to milestones.
• Build relationships with IT and Learning & Development stakeholders and provide updates.

Skills

Procurement

End-to-end lifecycle

Sourcing events

Supplier negotiation

Stakeholder management

Procurement background

Job description

Matchtech is seeking a Transformation Lead Buyer - IT in Stevenage to lead end-to-end procurement for a major IT transformation programme. The role requires engaging UK suppliers, running RFx/tenders to award, and negotiating terms with stakeholders.

You will manage supplier performance and support transition milestones while coordinating with IT and Learning & Development teams. The position is permanent, on-site at Stevenage (minimum one day per week), offering a £50,000–£60,000 salary.