Procurement Manager (IT & Technology)

Procurement Manager (IT & Technology) - Public Sector12-month FTC, Circa £70,000 per annum plus bonus & benefits, potential of future permanent role. Central London (Hybrid). The company:Our client is a leading public sector support organisation delivering high value projects across multiple businesses in the infrastructure and transportation sectors. The procurement team are seeking to recruit a project focused IT & Technology Procurement professional to work across multiple projects. They help support the delivery of essential services which are critical to delivering wider economic, social and environmental goals.The role:To deliver best value for money across a wide range of IT categories ensuring that multi-project/business synergies are leveraged, by identifying and delivering category strategies that result in cost and efficiency benefits.Your responsibilities:Be recognised as a Subject Management Expert for all IT & Technology assigned categories.Engagement with stakeholders to ensure that procurement category strategies are aligned with business objectives and priorities.Effective supplier relationship management (SRM) and performance management to ensure key suppliers' deliver contractual obligations and continuous improvement opportunities.Ensuring that cost, risk, and compliance is managed through robust contract management.Provide advice and guidance to stakeholders during any tender/bid process.Your experience:Experience of IT category management across a wide and diverse portfolio.Experience of creating and negotiating IT contracts.Experience of delivering enhanced value from supplier relationship management (SRM).Strong negotiation and influencing skills, business acumen & commercial astuteness.Proven Public Sector/regulatory procurement (UCR/PCR 2015) experience essentialProcurement Act 2023 regulations awareness or training is desirableSalary & Benefits;Competitive Salary and discretionary bonus.Initial 12-month fixed term contract with the potential of a future permanent role.Pension & 25 days Holiday plus Bank HolidaysHow to apply:Please apply by submitting your full CV and quoting reference 10158.