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Interim IT Procurement Manager

London Temporary £500 - £550 per day View Job Description
We're currently partnering with a leading public sector organisation that is looking to appoint an Interim IT Procurement Manager to take the lead across its IT and technology procurement portfolio. This is a high-impact, senior role within a well-established commercial function, offering the opportunity to shape strategic procurement activity across a diverse and complex IT landscape, with contract values ranging from £10k to £1M+.
  • High-impact role, shape major IT commercial decisions and deliver real value
  • Senior exposure, influence strategy and drive transformation

About Our Client

This is an opportunity to work with a respected organisation within the public sector. The company operates at a national level and is recognised for its commitment to delivering high-quality services.

Job Description

  • Lead and manage IT procurement activity, ensuring a high-quality, responsive service
  • Develop and implement category strategies and manage the procurement pipeline
  • Take ownership of contracting, supplier performance, and commercial outcomes
  • Provide authoritative commercial advice across complex procurements
  • Drive value for money and strong contract performance through market insight and negotiation
  • Build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships across business and suppliers
  • Embed strong contract management principles across all sourcing activity
  • Support wider commercial activity and contribute to capability building and transformation initiatives



The Successful Applicant

A successful Interim IT Procurement Manager should have:

    • MCIPS qualification (or equivalent)
    • Strong experience delivering IT procurement within a public sector environment
    • Knowledge of frameworks such as Crown Commercial Service
    • A proven track record in contract management, negotiations, and supplier relationships
    • The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
    • Excellent communication and stakeholder influencing skills
    • The capability to lead across the full commercial lifecycle, from strategy to delivery



What's on Offer

  • £550 per day inside IR35.
  • 2 days per week in the office in London.
  • Opportunity to work within a recognised public sector organisation.
  • Interim contract for 3 months with the potential for extension.
  • Engaging and collaborative work environment.



Contact
Eleanor Shanks
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7025420
Phone number
+441618286210

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Indirect Procurement
Sector
Public Sector
Location
London
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Eleanor Shanks
Consultant phone
+441618286210
Job reference
JN-052026-7025420