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The Business

A leading supermarket chain with an award winning procurement function.

Locations - London, Manchester or Midlands

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Sourcing and Procurement:
Develop and implement IT procurement strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives.
Conduct market analysis to identify potential suppliers, assess their capabilities, and negotiate favorable terms and conditions.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
Supplier Relationship Management:
Establish and maintain strong relationships with key IT suppliers to ensure high-quality service delivery.
Monitor supplier performance and address any issues to ensure continuous improvement.
Conduct regular supplier evaluations and renegotiations to optimize value.
Budget Management:
Develop and manage the IT procurement budget, ensuring cost control and efficient use of resources.
Analyze spending patterns and identify opportunities for cost savings and value improvements.
Prepare and present regular reports on budget performance and procurement activities.
Risk Management:
Identify potential risks in the IT supply chain and develop mitigation strategies.
Ensure that all IT contracts include appropriate risk management provisions.
Stay informed about industry trends and potential risks that could impact the supply chain.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work closely with the IT department to understand their needs and ensure the procurement of appropriate technology solutions.
Collaborate with other departments, such as finance and legal, to ensure procurement activities are aligned with overall business objectives.
Support project teams by providing procurement expertise and resources.Key Skills:

Procurement and Negotiation:
Strong knowledge of procurement principles and practices, particularly in the IT category.
Excellent negotiation skills to secure favourable terms with suppliers.
Analytical and Strategic Thinking:
Ability to analyse market trends, supplier capabilities, and spending patterns.
Strategic mindset to develop and implement effective procurement strategies.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
Strong communication skills to effectively interact with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
Ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
Financial Acumen:
Understanding of budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis related to procurement.
Ability to prepare and present financial reports and analyses.
Risk Management:
Knowledge of risk management principles and practices in the context of IT procurement.
Ability to identify potential risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.
Qualifications:
Proven experience in IT procurement, preferably in a fast paced environment.
Professional certification in procurement (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is a plus.
Proficiency in procurement software and tools