About the role
We're looking for a Senior Sourcing & Supplier Manager (IT) to play a key role in delivering cost-effective sourcing solutions and ensuring robust third-party risk management across our IT supplier landscape.
You’ll partner with stakeholders across the business to drive value, manage risk, and influence strategic sourcing decisions in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
What you’ll be doing
Strategy & Innovation
* Support the delivery of sourcing plans, including renewals, new contracts, and supplier selection
* Contribute to the Procurement & Partnerships (P&P) strategy and development roadmap
* Monitor market trends and innovations to identify opportunities for improvement
* Present clear, data-driven sourcing and supplier recommendations
Stakeholder Management
* Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across the business
* Promote the value of Procurement & Partnerships
* Influence budget holders and stakeholders to ensure adherence to sourcing policies
* Present recommendations to support informed decision-making
Team & Function Development
* Support the ongoing development of the procurement function
* Deputise for senior leadership when required
* Embed company values and best practice across the team
* Contribute to shaping operating plans and continuous improvement initiatives
Sourcing & Commercial Delivery
* Take ownership of IT category spend and deliver cost efficiencies
* Ensure sourcing activity aligns with policy and industry best practice
* Identify and mitigate sourcing risks through robust contracting
Third-Party Risk Management
* Support the delivery of the third-party risk management framework across the full supplier lifecycle
* Maintain tools, templates, and processes to support risk management
* Ensure appropriate exit strategies for high-risk suppliers
* Work closely with Business Relationship Managers (BRMs) to embed risk practices
* Develop guidance and training to support the wider business
* Manage key supplier relationships, resolving issues and driving performance
* Ensure suppliers deliver value, innovation, and agreed outcomes
* Provide commercial support to key business projects
Governance & Reporting
* Ensure suppliers operate in line with relevant standards and regulations
* Support governance forums for sourcing and supplier risk management
* Maintain accurate records of sourcing activity and supplier performance
* Track and report on savings and category performance
What we’re looking for
Experience
* Senior‑level experience in category management, ideally within Financial Services
* Proven track record leading complex sourcing and contract negotiations
* Experience managing third‑party risk
* Strong commercial and contractual knowledge
* Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment
Knowledge
* Strong understanding of strategic sourcing best practice
* Knowledge of third‑party risk management, ideally within a regulated environment
* Experience developing end‑to‑end procurement policies and processes
Skills
* Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills
* Strong stakeholder management with the ability to build credibility at all levels
* Commercial mindset with a focus on value and innovation
* Advanced Microsoft Office skills
Qualifications
* Degree (preferred)
* CIPS or equivalent professional qualification (advantageous)
Why join us?
At Kensington Mortgages, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to creating a supportive, flexible and inclusive environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally.
We value continuous development, wellbeing, and work‑life balance, and we actively foster a culture where everyone feels respected, included, and empowered to succeed.
We celebrate diversity in all its forms - including differences in thinking, background, identity, and experience - and are proud to be an inclusive employer.
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