Procurement Manager - Digital & IT Solutions

Procurement Manager - Digital & IT Solutions

We anticipate offering between £57,600 - £74,000 DOE

Derby, Warrington OR Manchester offices - Hybrid working flexibility

We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we're doing something that's never been done before. We're revolutionising an industry. That's a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy.

We are now recruiting for the exciting role of Procurement Manager - Digital & IT Solutions, to be involved in developing a global supply chain and creating opportunities for the wider industry.

Role Purpose

As a Procurement Manager for Digital and IT Solutions, you will be focused on establishing and leading cross functional engagement that develops and implements sourcing category strategies, ensuring that the proposed solutions and the execution of, meet the needs of current and future business programmes across all areas of IT and digital spend. Key focus will be on achieving cost efficiencies and delivering value whilst supporting the business sustainability goals.

Key responsibilities

• Development of KPIs and SLAs to track and manage supplier performance once in contract
• Ensuring that supplier risk is understood and managed within the contract
• Monitoring adoption and change relating to any sourcing projects being implemented providing guidance and support to maximise the realised benefits
• Maintaining a comprehensive knowledge of the supply markets, supplier capabilities, technology, processes, and geography of the service line
• Communicating any risks and issues in line with business process
• Understanding the key customer drivers that define priorities and opportunities
• Mentoring and development of aligned Procurement team members

What we are looking for

• Strong knowledge of procurement principles and practices, particularly in the IT category
• Experienced negotiator with the ability to demonstrate positive outcomes through high value and complex negotiations
• Ability to achieve the cost savings targets in contracts through robust strategic sourcing of requirements
• Ability to analyse market trends, supplier capabilities, and spending patterns to develop and implement effective procurement strategies
• Working with key stakeholders to develop category strategies, setting a clear roadmap that identifies route to delivery
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders, developing an understanding of the business direction, requirements, and priorities
• Provide support throughout contracting and post-contracting to the internal stakeholders
• Understanding of budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis related to procurement
• Prepare and present financial reports and analyses relating to proposed business cases demonstrating understanding of life cost considerations

Beneficial Training or/and qualifications

• Proven experience in IT procurement, preferably in a fast-paced environment
• Managing budgets over £10m per annum
• Expertise in licensing with hardware, software and IT infrastructure
• Professional certification in procurement MCIPS or equivalent
• Proficiency in procurement software and tooling

Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch, we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.