Strategic Sourcing Manager - IT Categories - Leading £Multi-Billion Organisation
Salary: £75,000 + bonus + benefits package
Location: Milton Keynes (1-2 times a week in the office)
Contact: jobsmn@bramwithconsulting.co.uk
Take the lead in shaping IT procurement strategy for a multi-billion-pound organisation. This role is pivotal in managing high-value sourcing projects across IT subcategories, driving innovation, and leading transformation initiatives. With a focus on strategic planning and managing a small, high-performing team, you'll play a key role in delivering impactful procurement outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
* IT Category Leadership: Oversee strategic sourcing initiatives across IT subcategories, such as hardware, software, cloud services, and telecommunications. Develop and execute strategies that deliver cost savings and long-term value.
* Team Management: Lead and mentor a small, dynamic team, ensuring collaboration, professional growth, and successful delivery of key objectives.
* Strategic Procurement: Implement robust sourcing frameworks aligned with organisational goals, governance, and compliance standards while proactively managing risk.
* Transformation Projects: Spearhead procurement transformation initiatives, streamlining processes, embedding best practices, and enhancing category strategies to optimise efficiency and value.
* Market Insights and Innovation: Stay informed on industry trends and technological advancements, leveraging insights to shape procurement strategies that drive innovation and business alignment.
Why Join?
This is more than a procurement role-it's an opportunity to shape strategy, lead significant IT projects, and drive transformation within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.
You'll work on varied and impactful initiatives that keep the role dynamic and engaging. The organisation's team culture is inclusive, supportive, and focused on continuous improvement, offering regular training opportunities, knowledge-sharing sessions, and workshops.
To apply for this role or discuss the procurement market, please send your CV to Molly at jobsmn@bramwithconsulting.co.uk