Senior IT Procurement Manager

Location: London hybrid 2-3 days per week
Salary: £75000 -£85,000

About the Role:

Join our dynamic IT Procurement Team at an exciting time of growth and transformation. With a £400m IT and Tech spend, this is an unparalleled opportunity to make a significant impact on our operations, particularly as we expand our parcels business and final mile delivery services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement 3 to 5-year category strategies and plans, driving long-term value for the business.
• Manage Significant Spend: Oversee £100m+ spend across critical sub-categories, including Cyber Security (£20m), End User Computing (EUC), Telco, and Licensing.
• High-Profile Projects: Lead the re-tendering of the Unified Telco Contract, a £40m p/a agreement, ensuring optimal terms and performance. Oversee the renewal of our major reseller agreement.
• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with major tech vendors such as Microsoft, Oracle, IBM, and SAP, ensuring performance and contract compliance.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and guide a dedicated team of 3 Procurement Managers and several Procurement Assistants.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven Track Record: Demonstrable experience in developing and executing IT/Tech category strategies with a 3 to 5-year outlook.
• Technical Expertise: Extensive knowledge and experience in the following areas:
• End User Computing (EUC)
• Telco/Networks, preferably with specific experience managing major contracts
• Software and Licensing (Oracle, IBM, Microsoft, SAP)
• Cyber Security, especially working with Cyber Support Partners
• Leadership Skills: Strong evidence of leading and mentoring small teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

Why Join Us?

We are at the forefront of the logistics and delivery industry, driven by innovation and a commitment to excellence. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead major procurement initiatives, influence strategic decisions, and contribute to the company's ongoing success in a highly visible capacity.

Apply Now:

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for IT procurement and a proven ability to manage large-scale projects and teams, we want to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of delivery services.