Procurement Manager

Key Responsibilities Vendor & Contract Management Manage the full lifecycle of IT supplier relationships, from onboarding and SLA management through to renewals and renegotiations. Ensure contracts are well documented, tracked, and delivering expected value. Procurement Process Develop and maintain a structured, auditable procurement process for all IT goods and services. Introduce consistency and control while avoiding unnecessary complexity. Cost Control & Commercial Oversight Actively manage IT spend, identifying consolidation opportunities and reducing inefficient expenditure. Negotiate commercial agreements that reflect organisational scale and purchasing power. Stakeholder Collaboration Partner with the Head of IT and senior stakeholders to understand current and future technology needs. Align procurement plans with broader business and technology strategy. Supplier Performance Management Monitor and report on supplier performance against agreed KPIs. Address underperformance and manage improvement plans where required. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure procurement activity complies with internal policies and relevant regulations. Identify and manage contractual risks proactively. The Ideal Candidate Experience 5–10 years’ experience in IT procurement, vendor management, or technology category management. Proven track record managing a diverse portfolio of technology suppliers. Sector Experience (Desirable) Background in retail, wholesale, FMCG, or similarly fast-paced environments. Understanding of how procurement decisions impact operational performance. Commercial Expertise Strong contract negotiation skills with the ability to identify risks and commercial opportunities. Experience managing budgets and delivering measurable cost savings. Personal Attributes Self-sufficient and proactive, with the ability to drive work independently. Collaborative and able to build strong working relationships across teams. Commercially focused, with an instinct for identifying optimisation opportunities. Decisive and comfortable working with incomplete information. Strong sense of ownership over supplier portfolios and commercial outcomes. Organised, process-driven, and able to quickly bring structure to complex environments. Communication Clear, professional, and concise communication style. Ability to manage negotiations and present complex commercial matters to senior stakeholders effectively. What’s on Offer Broad commercial ownership across a diverse technology supplier landscape. A fast-paced, high-volume environment where contributions have tangible impact. Direct engagement with senior IT leadership within a collaborative culture. Competitive salary and benefits package based on experience.