Strategic IT Procurement Lead

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Zazu-Digital Full time

Transformative IT Procurement Role

Zazu-Digital is seeking an exceptional IT Commercial Manager to lead our procurement efforts and drive strategic growth. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the procurement landscape and contribute to our organisation's transformation.

About the Role

As the IT Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for planning the procurement pipeline, leading on requirements gathering, business case development, market engagement, and contract award processes. You will collaborate with colleagues across various departments, including Corporate Procurement, Legal, and Finance, to ensure a seamless approach to procurement and supplier relationship management.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Procurement Leadership: Lead end-to-end procurement activities across the organisation, providing innovative solutions to meet service requirements.
  • Contract Management: Establish, maintain, and disseminate procurement and contract management standards, ensuring consistency throughout the organisation.
  • Vendor Relationships: Develop strategic relationships with key vendors, ensuring delivery aligns with agreed SLAs, milestones, and roadmaps.
  • Contract Analysis: Maintain the contract register, monitor supplier performance, and plan timely contract renewals or new procurements.
  • Cost Efficiency: Review all IT contracts and analyse spend to identify opportunities for cost efficiency and social value benefits.
  • Negotiation and Influence: Negotiate and resolve complex procurement and contractual issues, influencing stakeholders and suppliers effectively.
  • Process Implementation: Implement robust policies, processes, and systems to support contract management and supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with internal governance and procurement regulations.
  • Data Analysis: Use data modelling practices to analyse findings and provide strategic recommendations to senior management.
  • Innovation: Research innovative purchasing methods to prevent waste and achieve best value in procurement.

People Management Responsibilities

  • Leadership: Lead with generosity, fostering an effective and collaborative team environment.
  • Development: Coach and support your team and other departments to enhance productivity and improve operational efficiency.

Zazu-Digital offers a competitive salary, a best-in-class pension scheme, and a flexible working model that champions work/life balance. You will have the opportunity to be part of one of the most ambitious, pioneering, and intellectually stimulating environments in the sector.



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