Procurement Manager

2 weeks ago

Stockport, Stockport, United Kingdom Vodat Communications Group Full time
About Us:

Vodat Communications Group is a leading Managed Service Provider (MSP) delivering innovative IT solutions and services to clients across various sectors. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Procurement Manager to lead and manage our procurement operations, focusing on IT services, licensing, and product purchasing for complex client deals.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Lead procurement activities across IT services, licensing, and hardware/software products, ensuring cost-effective and timely purchasing for complex deals.
  2. Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business goals to optimize supplier performance and reduce costs.
  3. Collaborate with internal teams (sales, operations, finance) to understand procurement needs for customer solutions and ensure seamless integration into the delivery process.
  4. Oversee the procurement cycle from sourcing to delivery, ensuring compliance with company policies and best practices.
  5. Utilize procurement software (SAGE, AutoTask) to manage and track orders, inventory, and supplier performance.
  6. Maintain accurate records and reports for all procurement activities, including cost analysis, vendor performance, and inventory levels.
  7. Provide leadership to a small procurement team, mentoring and supporting the development of procurement staff.
  8. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and corporate policies in all procurement activities.
Requirements:
  1. Proven experience in procurement within the IT sector, preferably for an MSP or similar environment.
  2. Familiarity with IT services, licensing, and hardware/software purchasing.
  3. Proficiency in SAGE and AutoTask for procurement and inventory management preferred – however full training will be provided.
  4. Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills.
  5. Ability to manage multiple procurement projects for complex, high-value client deals.
  6. Strong leadership and team management experience, ideally within a small procurement team.
Qualifications:
  1. Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred.
  2. Minimum 5 years of procurement experience, with at least 2 years in a management role.

Full UK driving license.

Right to Work:

Please note that this role requires the successful applicant to be permitted by the UK Home Office to live and work in the UK.

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