Lead Buyer - Information Technology

Proven experience in procurement as a Buyer, Indirect Buyer or similar role, with the ability to lead complex sourcing and stakeholder projects.

A leading international organisation are currently recruiting for a Lead Buyer - Information Technology on a full-time, permanent basis in Stevenage

Role - Lead Buyer - Information Technology

Type - Permanent

Location - Stevenage

Salary - Circa £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience

Key responsibilities for the Lead Buyer - Information Technology will include and will not be limited to

Lead and deliver end-to-end procurement activities across a broad IT spend portfolio, including software, SaaS, services and hardware

Own and run larger procurement projects, supporting Category Managers and delivering against cost, quality and risk objectives

Build and maintain strong internal stakeholder relationships across the UK and Europe, operating effectively in an international context

Engage with suppliers and internal customers to define

requirements, develop sourcing strategies and manage tender processes

Manage commercial discussions and negotiations to secure best value and robust contractual outcomes

Support governance, compliance and documentation

requirements aligned to regulated procurement environments

Attend and contribute to regular international team meetings and travel for stakeholder or supplier engagement where required

Key

skills and experience required for Lead Buyer - Information Technology job applicant and will not be limited to

Experience in IT procurement or strong indirect procurement experience with a clear interest in moving into IT procurement

Knowledge of sourcing and contract management across IT categories such as enterprise software, engineering software, SaaS, services, networks or cyber

Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with confidence influencing a range of stakeholders

Ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver projects independently in a fast-moving environment

Comfortable working in a hybrid model, with 2 to 3 days per week on-site (dependent on workload classification)

Willingness to travel internationally for quarterly team meetings and occasional project

requirements

Working towards MCIPS qualification, or willingness to pursue MCIPS (support available)

British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship, with the ability to complete BPSS checks after offer stage

To apply for this Lead Buyer / IT Buyer / Indirect Buyer / IT Procurement Buyer candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK