IT Sourcing Manager - Banking - £682pd umbrella

IT Sourcing Manager – Infrastructure Banking - £682pd via umbrella - initial 6 months contract. 2 days in either Bristol or Birmingham, 3 days wfh. Our banking client is looking for an experienced IT Sourcing Manager to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management across a portfolio of IT Infrastructure contracts. This is an excellent opportunity to influence sourcing strategy, negotiate complex agreements and build strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end sourcing activities across IT Infrastructure categories. Manage a portfolio of supplier contracts, negotiating commercial terms and service level agreements. Develop sourcing strategies that deliver value, manage risk and support business objectives. Analyse spend, supplier performance and market trends to identify opportunities for improvement. Partner with business stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver procurement solutions. Ensure compliance with procurement policies, governance and risk management frameworks. Support continuous improvement of procurement processes and mentor junior team members. What We're Looking For Proven experience in IT Procurement or IT Sourcing, ideally within Infrastructure. Strong commercial negotiation and contract management skills. Experience managing strategic suppliers and complex stakeholder relationships. Ability to develop sourcing strategies using data and market insights. Knowledge of procurement best practice, governance and risk management. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.