Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsHigh‑impact, strategic roleOpportunity to operate at senior level in a regulated environmentAbout Our ClientThe hiring organisation is a large public sector entity with a focus on infrastructure and services. They operate in a structured environment and are dedicated to optimising procurement and supply chain operations.You will manage end-to-end sourcing activity for multi‑million‑pound opportunities, working collaboratively with senior stakeholders to generate innovation, manage risk, and deliver measurable commercial and contractual value.Job DescriptionKey responsibilities include:Lead and manage the full sourcing lifecycle from business requirement through to contract signature for medium cost, medium business risk opportunities valued in the multi‑millionsDeliver sourcing activity in support of annual cost savings and value‑creation targetsImplement approved Integrated Category Strategies through a qualified sourcing pipeline, delivering agreed savings and benefits with ambition to exceed targetsApply a structured sourcing framework within an OJEU‑regulated environment, ensuring full compliance with governance, legislative, and regulatory requirementsAct as an expert negotiator, securing sourcing‑enabled savings and benefits that are approved by Finance and embedded into budgetsDevelop and deliver innovative sourcing‑led business cases to solve complex business challenges using external market expertiseChallenge and demand‑manage stakeholder requirements to maximise group‑wide commercial value across a complex, devolved organisationDrive continuous improvement activity, including pipeline assessments and customer satisfaction initiativesContribute to the development of best‑in‑class sourcing practices, commercial models, and total cost of ownership approaches within the wider sourcing functionThe Successful ApplicantA successful Interim IT Sourcing Manager should have:Deep sourcing expertise with a demonstrable track record of delivering savingsStrong negotiation and dispute resolution capabilitiesSound knowledge of contract law and financial managementProven experience delivering value from complex sourcing opportunitiesExperience working in agile, cross‑functional environmentsPolitically savvy with the ability to influence at executive level using both direct and indirect approachesStrong problem‑solving capability across complex sourcing challengesWhat's on OfferA day rate £550 per day inside IR35Hybrid workingBased in Milton Keynes, with a focus on public sector procurement.Opportunity to work with a large organisation in a structured environment.ContactEleanor ShanksQuote job refJN-062026-7040542Phone number+441618286210Job summaryJob functionProcurement & Supply ChainSubsectorIndirect ProcurementSectorPublic SectorLocationMilton KeynesContract typeTemporaryConsultant nameEleanor ShanksConsultant phone+441618286210Job referenceJN-062026-7040542
