Famed for innovation and embracing futuristic solutions, this leading technology business seek a Procurement Manager to join their business and manage spend across Technology; more specifically across hardware, software, cloud and networks.
The role sits within an award-winning, data driven and high calibre procurement function. They use analytics to drive meaningful insights that in-turn drive procurement activity, both of which add tangible value across the multi-billion pound business. The team are strong across data but they’re people-led as well. Their success comes from involving stakeholders in key procurement initiatives, they have created an environment where procurement is a respected and involved function within the business.
Boiling this role down, there are 4 key skills that will help you succeed in this role. They are:
- Proactivity & ambition, with strong project management expertise
- Experience sourcing both hardware & software is preferred.
- Strong influencing skills, able to take stakeholders on a journey to drive beneficial outcomes
- Data driven mindset, keen to leverage significant analytics capability within the business to create procurement insights.
For the right person, this opportunity offers a lot of potential for development. First, you can be promoted without someone at the level above vacating a role. Another way the business supports your progression is through their defined performance matrix. They will train core competencies, offer project rotations in different teams and support external qualifications, all designed to boost your career.
If you are a strong Technology Procurement professional looking to join a business where you can shape global sourcing strategy and drive your career forward, apply through the link or send your CV to Alex directly at alex@pod-talent.com to arrange a confidential discussion.
