IT Software Procurement Manager

IT Software Procurement Manager Manchester | £60,000 - £78,000  Excellent Benefits Hybrid Working | 3 Days Per Week Onsite Shape the Future of Technology Procurement An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced IT Software Procurement Manager to join one of the UK's most high-profile infrastructure and transportation organisations. Operating at the heart of a business that connects millions of customers every year, you'll play a key role in delivering commercial excellence across a significant technology spend portfolio.

This is an opportunity to influence major digital transformation programmes, partner with senior stakeholders, and help shape the future technology landscape of a complex and evolving organisation. The organisation operates a large-scale, technology-driven environment where innovation, resilience, cybersecurity and customer experience are central to its long-term strategy. As investment in digital capabilities continues to grow, procurement is recognised as a strategic business function and a key enabler of successful transformation.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy negotiating complex technology agreements, and want to work on projects that genuinely impact millions of end users, this could be the ideal next step in your procurement career. The Opportunity As IT Software Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for leading sourcing activity across a broad range of technology categories, with a particular focus on software, SaaS, cloud and digital solutions.

Working as part of a highly regarded procurement function, you will support business-critical technology programmes, ensuring that commercial decisions deliver value, manage risk and support long-term strategic objectives. You will build strong relationships with technology, digital, legal, finance and operational teams, becoming a trusted advisor and commercial partner across the organisation. This position offers exposure to a diverse technology landscape, encompassing enterprise applications, cloud platforms, cybersecurity solutions, data and analytics tools, infrastructure software, licensing agreements, and emerging technologies.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Procurement Develop and implement category strategies across software, SaaS, cloud and digital technology spend areas. Lead end-to-end procurement projects from business case development through to contract award and supplier mobilisation. Deliver sourcing strategies that support organisational goals, digital transformation initiatives and commercial objectives. Identify opportunities for innovation, cost optimisation and continuous improvement across the technology supply base. Challenge existing approaches and develop creative commercial solutions that maximise value.

Commercial Negotiation Lead complex commercial negotiations with software vendors and technology suppliers. Secure favourable commercial terms, pricing structures and service arrangements. Manage software renewals and contract extensions to ensure optimum commercial outcomes. Review licensing models and subscription agreements to identify efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities. Collaborate with legal teams to negotiate robust contractual protections and minimise business risk. Stakeholder Management Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across technology, digital, finance and operational teams.

Act as a trusted procurement adviser for strategic technology investments. Facilitate stakeholder engagement throughout the sourcing lifecycle. Translate technical requirements into effective commercial strategies. Influence decision-making at senior management level through insight-led recommendations. Supplier Management Support key supplier relationships across the technology portfolio. Drive supplier performance, service improvement and innovation. Monitor supplier risk and ensure appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented.

Identify opportunities to consolidate suppliers and improve overall value delivery. Support governance activities relating to critical technology partners. Governance & Compliance Ensure procurement activity is delivered in…