Job Description
One of the worlds largest and most innovative sustainable technology firms has an urgent requirement for an Interim IT Software Procurement Manager.
This is a 6-month contract offering up to £600 p/d inside IR35 and majority home working. One day per week in central London Offices.
The Global Senior Category Manager of IT Software is responsible leading the groups strategic Software platforms & Applications category of spend and supporting the Procurement activities across the business. Reporting into the Head of IT Business Technogogy & Workplace Services, the individual will manage relationships with key senior IT stakeholders and act as a trusted advisor to partner on procurement related matters for the IT organization.
In depth IT Procurement Knowledge & experience is essential, as well as having a detailed understanding in the latest market trends and insights, whilst keeping pace with the evolving IT 3rd party landscape.
The Role
Manage key Sourcing processes and negotiate best commercial and contractual terms
Identify & support opportunities to address in category spend / vendors
Own, shape and define the ongoing category structure and strategy
Support the delivery of the wider IT Category Plans whilst addressing short, mid, and long term business goals and objectives for the immediate IT Software category.
Leadership of high-profile IT sourcing initiatives / Strong stakeholder skills
To put the interests of clients and the integrity of the market at the heart of the way you do business
Offer support, guidance and leadership to more other members in the IT Procurement Function.
The Requirements
10+ years of strong IT procurement experience
Strong negotiation skills
Strong stakeholder collaborative relationship building skills
Both a strategic and analytical mind-set
Creativity to seek, encourage and find non-traditional approaches to procurement challenges
Excellent communication skills and strong listening skills
Ability to articulate procurement's value, specifically as an IT Procurement business partner
In-depth knowledge of IT sourcing and procurement principles and best practices
Strong IT Procurement Industry knowledge
Strong IT contract review and negotiation experience