Description

Procurement Manager, Information Technology, SaaS, SLAs, Central London Procurement Manager required to work for an exciting Professional Services business based in Central London. This is a hybrid role where you will spend 50% of your time in the Central London offices. Ideally you will have a Professional Services background and you will have solid vendor lifecycle management skills, along with proven leadership skills. Read on for more details… Experience required: * Significant experience in Category management across a range of categories – with some understanding of IT & Technology procurement and vendors e.g. SaaS. * An excellent understanding of procurement processes and contractual elements such as SLAs. * Good understanding of contractual, commercial and operational working relationships with vendors to ensure effective delivery of committed products, services and solutions. * Very good knowledge of contract management and negotiation. * Good understanding of the vendor life cycle (sourcing, procurement, vendor management), and how internal roles interact and operate throughout the duration of vendor engagements * Exceptional leadership skills and presence with the ability to develop and present and/or communicate the Procurement vision and goals, acting as a source of knowledge and guidance * Excellent analytical, strategic conceptual thinking, strategic planning and execution skills * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Excellent stakeholder management skills * Demonstrated ability to drive improvements and take charge of initiatives This is a great opportunity and salary is dependent upon experience. Apply now for more details