IT Procurement Manager/ Buyer

IT Procurement Manager / Buyer

Location - UK wide

Salary up to GBP40,000 + company car/car allowance + company benefits

Full time, permanent position

We have an exciting opportunity for a procurement professional / Buyer in the Indirect Costs area to join the Procurement team here at ReddeNorthgate.

Role overview

To support the IT Category Manager in the procurement of IT, Telecoms and technology related goods and services , and further to procure a variety of "indirect" goods and services, across HR, Marketing , Finance as required.

The role will involve the tendering, negotiating and setting up supply agreements and managing supplier performance.

Key responsibilities and duties

To support the IT Procurement activity as well as leading on Indirect Procurement areas.

To review expenditure, identify cost reduction opportunities and deliver savings through the appropriate methodology: tendering, negotiation, supplier management, service enhancement, internal controls etc.

To run RFP/tender processes, analyse responses with stakeholders, submit costed proposals and transition suppliers

To develop category product and service expertise through market research and internal analysis, to optimise products and services utilised within the business.

Execute sourcing strategy in line with best practice and needs of the business.

To manage suppliers, set up reporting and KPIs and ensure that the service received matches or the requirements of our business

To find and implement ways to improve supplier service and reduce costs

To find and implement ways of evaluating cost improvements

To respond to branch and business needs by identifying the best supply/supplier options

To develop strong and effective internal relationships with all levels of the business to ensure that business requirements are reflected within contractual documentation.

Person spec

Essential

Educated to Degree level or equivalent employment experience

At least 3 years relevant Procurement experience.

Previous demonstrable experience in the Procurement of Indirect goods and services.

Driving licence and willingness to travel when required

Track record of savings achievement

IT skills and use of Excel, Powerpoint.

A proactive "can do" approach

Good team player, flexible and effective support to his/her colleagues

Effective persuasion and influencing skills

Effective negotiation skills

Desirable

MCIPS - or working towards

Working legal knowledge of supply contracts

What's in it for you?

Salary-up to GBP40,000 per annum plus company car or car allowance

Annual leave- 25 days plus bank holidays and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday!

Pension- Aviva 5% Employer Contributions.

Financial Benefits- save-as-you-earn scheme, free life assurance and a range of national and local retailer discounts.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing Benefits- eye care vouchers, a cycle to work scheme, a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with an NHS Approved mental well-being mobile app.

Motoring Benefits- free motor accident assistance, discounted vehicle repairs, discounts on weekend vehicle hire and van hire and access to an employee vehicle-leasing scheme

About us

Redde Northgate was formed in early 2020 following a successful merger, bringing together a broad mix of market-leading operating companies to become the UK's foremost integrated mobility solutions provider.

Be part of our future

If you are interested in this opportunity and hold the relevant skills, please apply today for immediate consideration