IT Procurement Manager

Location: Greater London

IT Procurement Manager page is loaded## IT Procurement Manager locations:
GB.Epsom.

Woodcote Grove:
GB.London.

Nova Northtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R-145883###
** Job Description**## Overview The Procurement Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining the contracting and commercial arrangements for IT Security Applications and Networks (WAN) of small, medium and large values. In addition to performing the full range of procurement and contracting activities, including pre-qualification, tender management, negotiation and preparation of contracts, providing procurement advice will be important too.

The manager will be responsible for managing a range of suppliers, building procurement strategies for each category, identifying cost reduction and efficiency opportunities and overseeing the process for measuring supplier performance.##

Your role
* Establishing strategic procurement plans for defined projects and IT contracts, obtaining the buy-in of key stakeholders and delivery of these on time and to budget.
* Establishment and maintenance of the appropriate purchasing and supply chain controls to deliver the business objectives, including identification and measurement of procurement related KPIs.
* Implementation of the supplier management tools and processes in their defined category areas, collaboration with the relevant cross-functional stakeholders to measure and drive supplier related improvement.
* Identification and delivery of cost reduction opportunities using the full range of procurement tools and processes, including e-procurement where appropriate.
* Lead supplier negotiations with support from cross functional partners as appropriate to secure the most favourable outcome for Atkins

Réalis whilst taking account of the long-term strategy.
* Support and lead where appropriate, in drafting supplier agreements using the appropriate contract templates and utilizing the business experts as needed.
* Understand, implement and comply with the Atkins

Réalis policies and ensure the same within the supplier base and implement corrective actions when appropriate.
* Collaboration with internal/ external customers to meet current needs and explore opportunities for mutual benefit and other potential innovation.
* Develop effective working relationships with internal and external customers that provides a stable foundation for future business opportunities.## About you
* Demonstrable experience in negotiating, developing and implementing effective procurement and contract strategies.
* Strong knowledge of the relevant IT Supplier Market and an understanding of the global challenges.
* Awareness of the contractual requirements in an environment where safety and security are of paramount importance.
* Ability to communicate strategies and concepts simply and effectively.
* Influence and persuade stakeholders.
* Good knowledge of Procurement activities with broad based experience in operational, commercial and financial activities across a range of businesses.
* Experience working as a Category Manager or similar role in IT.
* Bachelor’s degree/CIPS qualification preferred or equivalent.
* Experience working in a multi-national business would be advantageous.## Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.## About Atkins

Réalis

We're , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across…