IT Procurement Programme Lead 12 Month FTC

An opportunity for an IT Procurement specialist with a depth of IT Services and SaaS experience to undertake a key role in a significant and complex IT managed service development programme. You will support the business to adopt and embed the Third Party Risk Management framework and deliver first-class Procurement services. Lead the programme from a Procurement perspective in supporting the development of a Procurement and Third Party Management policy framework, ensuring the documentation is reviewed and updated on an ongoing basis. Support the development of training materials, workshops and training sessions across the business. Partner with stakeholders to define a collaborative approach to sourcing and ongoing third party management for assigned business areas. Lead the delivery of end-to-end Procurement activity for assigned business areas, including sourcing approach, pre-qualification, tender, negotiation, preparation of contract, due diligence, onboarding, renewals and offboarding. Work collaboratively with Legal in the drafting of commercial contracts. Contribute to the delivery of cost reductions, efficiencies and value opportunities through delivery of Procurement and third party management activities. Work with the business to develop and maintain an external network of Procurement and Third Party Management contacts to develop category expertise and drive market insight. Skills and …