Strategic Sourcing Manager

6 days ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Lorien Full time
Job Responsibilities

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Strategic Procurement Officer to join our team at Lorien.

The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing the supply of IT Services, in line with Lorien's procurement policies and procedures.

The role involves working closely with Stakeholders to understand their requirements, managing expectations, and influencing people outside your sphere of responsibility.

You will also be responsible for developing contracting and sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and negotiating contracts.

The ideal candidate will have a broad knowledge of IT markets, business needs and UK Procurement Legislation, and be able to put this into overall context.

An understanding of NEC3 contracts is desirable but not essential.

You will be expected to work effectively in a team environment and have excellent communication skills.



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