IT Procurement Specialist

3 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Co-op Group Full time
Position: IT Procurement Specialist
Salary: £52,000 - £55,000 plus excellent benefits, including up to 10% employer pension contribution and private healthcare

Location: Manchester city centre, hybrid working model

We are seeking an experienced IT Procurement Specialist to enhance our procurement operations within the Co-op Group. This role is pivotal in shaping our procurement strategy for the IT sector.

In this position, you will collaborate with various teams across the organization to identify requirements and secure the most efficient solutions.

Your efforts in achieving optimal value will enable us to reinvest savings into local communities, enhancing their quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the execution of transformation initiatives by engaging in sourcing projects, including analysis and supplier selection.
  • Negotiate statements of work and assist in the development of business cases for budget allocation.
  • Participate in project governance to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  • Oversee supplier governance processes with key partners involved in the program.
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of software licensing models.
  • Provide insights and challenge cost-related matters and budget considerations.
  • Foster innovation by leveraging your expertise in the IT and digital landscape.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues at all levels, acting as a strategic procurement partner.
  • Monitor and mitigate risks through proactive contract management, collaborating closely with legal teams to ensure contract effectiveness.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

  • Proven experience in category management, particularly in IT systems implementation and software negotiations.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze and interpret complex data.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building constructive relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
  • Experience in complex negotiations with a solid understanding of commercial principles.

Why Choose Co-op Group?

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • An annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
  • 28 days of holiday (increasing to 32 with service) plus bank holidays.
  • A pension plan with up to 10% employer contributions.
  • Private healthcare coverage.
  • Access to a subsidized onsite gym.
  • Coaching and training opportunities for career advancement.
  • Wagestream app for early access to earned wages.
  • YuLife app that rewards you for maintaining an active lifestyle.

At Co-op Group, we are committed to building a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all individuals. We are dedicated to making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process for candidates with disabilities.

We look forward to your application and the possibility of you contributing to our mission of creating a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities.



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