Procurement Lead
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- England,London,City of London
- Full Time, Permanent
- £70,000 - £80,000 per annum
Job Description:
Full job descriptionProcurement Lead - IT & Software Distribution
Location: Hybrid / London
Salary: £, depending on experience.
Our client is a leading Managed Services Provider with a comprehensive and rapidly expanding portfolio spanning Cloud, Security, Networking & Connectivity, Mobile, Voice, and Data & AI. As part of their continued growth and transformation, they are seeking an experienced Procurement Lead to take ownership of a critical category and play a key role in driving commercial value across the group.
This is a high-impact role offering the chance to shape procurement strategy across a complex, multi-entity organisation. You will lead the IT and software distribution category, working closely with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and procurement colleagues to deliver consistency, value, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
Category Leadership - IT & Software Distribution
*Take full ownership of the IT and software distribution category across the group
*Lead sourcing activities, including RFPs, supplier selection, and contract negotiations
*Act as the primary point of contact for suppliers and internal stakeholders
*Align pricing, volumes, commercial terms, and service level agreements across business units
*Track and manage supplier performance, contractual compliance, rebates, and risks through standardised reporting
*Coordinate supplier accreditations and partnership programmes across the organisation
Group Procurement Coordination
*Collaborate with and support Lead Buyers across other categories and business units
*Drive consistency in sourcing processes, templates, supplier tracking, and reporting
*Consolidate procurement dashboards and KPIs at a group level
*Facilitate knowledge sharing and promote best practice across the procurement function
*Provide hands-on support to key projects where required
Experienced required:
*Proven experience in procurement within IT, technology, or a managed services environment
*Strong background in sourcing, RFP processes, and contract negotiation
*Experience managing supplier relationships and driving commercial outcomes
*Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels
*Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
*Highly organised with strong analytical and reporting capabilities
Must be eligible to work in the UK.
Paying between £, depending on experience.
Hybrid working - London office.
Location: Hybrid / London
Salary: £, depending on experience.
Our client is a leading Managed Services Provider with a comprehensive and rapidly expanding portfolio spanning Cloud, Security, Networking & Connectivity, Mobile, Voice, and Data & AI. As part of their continued growth and transformation, they are seeking an experienced Procurement Lead to take ownership of a critical category and play a key role in driving commercial value across the group.
This is a high-impact role offering the chance to shape procurement strategy across a complex, multi-entity organisation. You will lead the IT and software distribution category, working closely with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and procurement colleagues to deliver consistency, value, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
Category Leadership - IT & Software Distribution
*Take full ownership of the IT and software distribution category across the group
*Lead sourcing activities, including RFPs, supplier selection, and contract negotiations
*Act as the primary point of contact for suppliers and internal stakeholders
*Align pricing, volumes, commercial terms, and service level agreements across business units
*Track and manage supplier performance, contractual compliance, rebates, and risks through standardised reporting
*Coordinate supplier accreditations and partnership programmes across the organisation
Group Procurement Coordination
*Collaborate with and support Lead Buyers across other categories and business units
*Drive consistency in sourcing processes, templates, supplier tracking, and reporting
*Consolidate procurement dashboards and KPIs at a group level
*Facilitate knowledge sharing and promote best practice across the procurement function
*Provide hands-on support to key projects where required
Experienced required:
*Proven experience in procurement within IT, technology, or a managed services environment
*Strong background in sourcing, RFP processes, and contract negotiation
*Experience managing supplier relationships and driving commercial outcomes
*Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels
*Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
*Highly organised with strong analytical and reporting capabilities
Must be eligible to work in the UK.
Paying between £, depending on experience.
Hybrid working - London office.
Job number 3897562
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Context Recruitment Limited
Context Recruitment is a privately owned, boutique information technology recruitment agency focused on delivering a premium service. We are providers...