Based in Birmingham, Manchester or Leeds
Job Description
A leading Top 10 Global Cost & Engineering Consultancy is looking to recruit a Global IT Procurement Manager to join their group procurement function.
The main objective of the role is to develop and deliver IT category plans and projects from a global perspective, whilst also meeting the needs of regional operational teams in the UK.
Key duties will include:
* Responsible for delivering end-to-end IT global category plans.
* Supporting on variety of hard and software IT projects for the business.
* Delivering contract, performance, and supplier relationship management objectives.
* Building relationships internally and externally to enable you to become a trusted business partner.
Why Apply?
* This is a fantastic opportunity to join a market leading global cost & engineering consultancy, with an excellent track record of providing professional development and career progression opportunities.
* As part of a high calibre internal group procurement function, you will be providing significant companywide savings across the IT categories through the development and implementation of IT category strategies.
* This role will provide strong exposure across the wider business, both in the UK and abroad, through interacting with senior stakeholders in the various regional business units.
Further Details
* As part of a team of 5, you will be individually responsible for the strategic procurement of IT categories globally for the business.
* Managing, and driving the performance of a wide range of suppliers across various sub-categories including Software, SaaS, Hardware, Cloud, and Infrastructure.
* Interfacing with senior level stakeholders across the company within the various regional business units to get buy in on the category plans you are implementing and as a result the savings you are making for the business.
Candidate Requirements
* Our client is looking for candidates with 3 years' experience procuring IT categories across any industry.
* Our client is looking for Procurement or Category Managers looking for a career move. They are also keen to see experienced Senior Buyers looking for career progression.
* You will have assisted with, or lead, the development and implementation of category or framework strategies. Any contract management or legal support experience is beneficial however not essential.
* You will be degree qualified and currently studying CIPS.
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