Strategic IT Sourcing Manager

3 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Arup Full time

We are seeking a skilled Strategic IT Sourcing Manager to join our team at Arup. As part of our Group Procurement team, you will play a crucial role in transforming and improving our operations globally.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a range of projects and activities within the IT areas, driving effective procurement through strategic sourcing, negotiation, contracting, commercial performance management, and external market intelligence.

Key responsibilities will include managing sourcing and contracting projects across software, SaaS, hardware, cloud, and infrastructure, collaborating with technical teams to secure optimal deals. You will also conduct vendor due diligence, manage supplier relationships, and ensure sustainability in procurement practices to support our carbon reduction and social responsibility goals.

In this role, you will report to the category lead and develop plans to ensure delivery from both a global perspective and meeting the needs of our regional operations. Your outcomes will improve quality, performance, and efficiency, while reducing costs and risks.

The ideal candidate will have experience negotiating within the IT category area and key vendors within a mix of software, cloud, infrastructure, and hardware, preferably within a professional services or adjacent industry with multi-regional exposure.

You will have strong knowledge of contracts within your category area, able to articulate and negotiate key risks and requirements for good contracting practice. Additionally, you will be able to demonstrate the value of procurement in your projects and use procurement technology for best value and efficiency.

The salary for this position is approximately $120,000, depending on location and experience. In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance, income protection cover, and flexible benefits to support your overall wellbeing.



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