Senior IT Buyer

Are you an experienced IT procurement professional looking for your next challenge in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? We are currently recruiting for a Senior IT Buyer to join a growing procurement team, supporting a wide range of sourcing and negotiation activities across IT hardware, software, and services.Key Responsibilities:Lead end-to-end procurement processes for IT categories including hardware, software, and servicesNegotiate contract terms, pricing, and SLAs to optimise value and mitigate riskEnsure compliance with internal procurement policies, processes, and controlsCollaborate cross-functionally with IT, finance, legal, commercial, and project teamsSupport the development of category plans and procurement frameworksDeliver across a range of activities, from administrative tasks to large-scale sourcing projectsWhat You\'ll Need to Succeed:Proven experience in IT procurement, ideally within large or complex organisationsStrong negotiation and contract management skillsAbility to work flexibly and manage multiple prioritiesExcellent stakeholder engagement and communication skillsThis is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a growing team, with the chance to shape procurement practices and deliver value across the organisation. What you need to do now If you\'re interested in this role, click \'apply now\' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn\'t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C\'s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk