Senior Sourcing Manager | Hatfield | Hybrid
Hays IT - HTS - Southend
- Industry Type
- IT
- Functional Area
- Procurement Supply Chain Management Industry IT
- Nationality
- Any
- Keywords
- IT Infrastructure Management
Job Description
The Senior Sourcing Manager in Cambridge will lead the procurement process, working closely with the CTO to prioritize sourcing activities. This role focuses on securing quality goods and services under competitive terms within the IT industry.
- Position
- Senior Sourcing Manager
- Location
- Cambridge, United Kingdom
- Industry
- IT
- Experience
- 1 to 20 years
Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end procurement process.
- Work closely with the Chief Technology Officer to review the pipeline and prioritize activities across the sourcing team.
- Secure high-quality goods and services at competitive commercial terms.
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About the role: Senior Sourcing Manager | Hatfield | Hybrid
General information about this type of role, not from the employer. The employer's actual requirements may differ, so always check the job details above.
Senior Sourcing Managers in the IT industry oversee the procurement of technology products and services to support business needs. They typically work in corporate offices or remotely in a hybrid setting, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to ensure cost-effective and timely sourcing.
What this role usually involves
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for IT products and services
- Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts
- Evaluate supplier performance and ensure compliance with company standards
- Collaborate with internal departments to understand procurement needs
- Monitor market trends to identify new sourcing opportunities
- Lead and mentor sourcing team members
Skills employers usually look for
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Knowledge of IT products and technology market
- Analytical skills to assess supplier proposals and costs
- Project management abilities
- Ability to build and maintain supplier relationships
- Problem-solving skills
Usual qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or related field is usually expected
- Professional certifications in procurement or supply chain are advantageous
- Experience with sourcing software and tools is beneficial
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