Senior Strategic Buyer

5 months ago


Coventry, United Kingdom Concept Full time

**Role**:Senior IT Buyer - 12-month Fixed Term Contract

**Location**:Coventry - Hybrid

**Salary**: £44,000 - £53,000 plus bonus and benefits

Are you a seasoned IT procurement professional with a strategic mindset and a passion for driving innovation? I am currently recruiting a dynamic and experienced Senior IT Buyer to play a key role in shaping the future of the Procurement function of this Coventry based organisation.

As a Strategic Senior IT Buyer, you will take responsibility for:

- **Strategy and Innovation**: Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives, staying abreast of market trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation in IT procurement.
- **Vendor Management**: Cultivate and manage relationships with vendors, negotiating contracts and ensuring optimal terms and conditions.
- **Technology Adoption**: Evaluate and recommend cutting-edge technologies, aligning IT procurement with the organisation's strategic goals and digital transformation initiatives.
- **Data-Driven Decision Making**: Utilise data analytics to make informed decisions, optimise costs, and enhance overall IT procurement efficiency.
- **Risk Management**: Mitigate risks associated with IT procurement through thorough risk assessment and proactive contract management.

**Requirements**:

- **Education**: Ideally MCIPS Qualified.
- **Experience**: Solid experience within IT procurement, with a proven track record of strategic sourcing and vendor management, ideally within a regulated or framework driven organsiation
- **Communication Skills**: Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- **Analytical Thinking**: Ability to analyse data, assess market trends, and make strategic decisions based on findings.
- **Leadership**: Proven leadership skills with the ability to lead and mentor a team.

You can expect to receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes an annual Bonus, plus a host of other options, alongside a competitive salary.

Pay: £42,000.00-£53,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Yearly bonus

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Coventry

Reference ID: LC/COV


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