Interim IT Sourcing Manager

We are seeking an experienced Interim IT Sourcing Manager to lead complex, high-value sourcing activity across major IT categories. This role is suited to a commercially astute professional with a strong track record of delivering value through strategic sourcing, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement within a highly regulated environment.

Client Details

The hiring organisation is a large public sector entity with a focus on infrastructure and services. They operate in a structured environment and are dedicated to optimising procurement and supply chain operations.

You will manage end-to-end sourcing activity for multi‑million‑pound opportunities, working collaboratively with senior stakeholders to generate innovation, manage risk, and deliver measurable commercial and contractual value.

Description

Key responsibilities include:

Lead and manage the full sourcing lifecycle from business requirement through to contract signature for medium cost, medium business risk opportunities valued in the multi‑millions
Deliver sourcing activity in support of annual cost savings and value‑creation targets
Implement approved Integrated Category Strategies through a qualified sourcing pipeline, delivering agreed savings and benefits with ambition to exceed targets
Apply a structured sourcing framework within an OJEU‑regulated environment, ensuring full compliance with governance, legislative, and regulatory requirements
Act as an expert negotiator, securing sourcing‑enabled savings and benefits that are approved by Finance and embedded into budgets
Develop and deliver innovative sourcing‑led business cases to solve complex business challenges using external market expertise
Challenge and demand‑manage stakeholder requirements to maximise group‑wide commercial value across a complex, devolved organisation
Drive continuous improvement activity, including pipeline assessments and customer satisfaction initiatives
Contribute to the development of best‑in‑class sourcing practices, commercial models, and total cost of ownership approaches within the wider sourcing function

Profile

A successful Interim IT Sourcing Manager should have:

Deep sourcing expertise with a demonstrable track record of delivering savings
Strong negotiation and dispute resolution capabilities
Sound knowledge of contract law and financial management
Proven experience delivering value from complex sourcing opportunities
Experience working in agile, cross‑functional environments
Politically savvy with the ability to influence at executive level using both direct and indirect approaches
Strong problem‑solving capability across complex sourcing challenges

Job Offer

A day rate £550 per day inside IR35
Hybrid working
Based in Milton Keynes, with a focus on public sector procurement.
Opportunity to work with a large organisation in a structured environment