IT Procurement and Contracts Manager

Location: Reading / Portsmouth

Working Pattern: Hybrid - 2-3 days per week in the office

We are looking for an experienced Contract Manager / Procurement Specialist to support a busy IT and Cyber procurement function. This role will focus on the sourcing of IT and Telco services, contract management, supplier negotiations and developing effective commercial strategies.

• Manage procurement and sourcing activity across IT and technology services.
• Negotiate contracts and commercial agreements with major technology suppliers.
• Draft, review and negotiate IT contractual terms.
• Identify and mitigate commercial and contractual risks.
• Support supplier relationship and performance management.
• Work closely with Procurement, Legal, Data Protection, Information Security and business stakeholders.
• Drive efficiencies and continuous improvement across procurement processes.

• Around 10 years' experience in IT / Technology Procurement.
• Strong contract management and negotiation experience.
• Experience negotiating with Tier 1 technology suppliers.
• Strong IT contract drafting and commercial skills.
• Experience with in Cyber, Information Security, Telco or Telecommunications is desirable.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• A methodical, commercially focused and results-driven approach.
• Knowledge of UK procurement legislation is desirable.
• Experience with systems such as Oracle, Jaggaer, Bravo! or similar would be beneficial.