Information Technology Procurement Manager

Technology Category & Sourcing Manager

Location: Milton Keynes

Hybrid: ~12 days/month in office

A leading UK bank is undergoing an exciting technology-driven transformation, with innovation, collaboration and strategic thinking at the heart of its success.

This is an opportunity to join a high-performing procurement function, playing a key role in delivering value across a complex, evolving supplier ecosystem. Working closely with technology and business stakeholders, you'll help define sourcing strategies, optimise supplier relationships, and support future growth.

The Role

You'll lead category management, sourcing and supplier management across a designated technology spend area — acting as a trusted advisor to stakeholders and developing sourcing strategies that deliver commercial value and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement multi-year technology sourcing strategies aligned to business objectives
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives from market engagement through to contract award
• Deliver sustainable cost savings and commercial value against procurement targets
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and influence decision-making across the organisation
• Monitor supplier performance against quality, service, compliance and cost expectations
• Support financial planning, forecasting and budgeting; track market and supplier trends

About You

Essential:

• Proven technology/IT category management and sourcing experience in a large, complex procurement environment
• Experience managing high-value contracts and strategic sourcing activity
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering measurable value

Desirable:

• Regulated industry background (financial services, utilities, telecoms, healthcare)
• CIPS qualification; degree in Business, Finance or Procurement

Skills: Strong commercial/negotiation ability, cost analysis & financial modelling, procurement governance knowledge, and familiarity with IT services, software and infrastructure categories.

Attributes: Excellent stakeholder management, strong communication, analytical mindset, and a results-driven, collaborative approach.

What's on Offer

• £6,000 car allowance
• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays (service-based increases)
• Private medical insurance, life assurance & income protection
• Company share/savings schemes
• Wellbeing support, enhanced family-friendly policies, and career development opportunities

Working Pattern: Hybrid, ~12 days/month in the Milton Keynes office. Please consider commute requirements before applying.