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Software Buyer - £35-45k + 20% Bonus - Nationwide Locations

Employer
Bramwith Consulting
Location
City of London
Salary
GBP35000 - GBP45000 per annum + + bonus + flexi working
Closing date
15 Oct 2021

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Specialist Area
Buying, Procurement
Job Level
Buyer, Specialist
Sector
Accountancy
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Job Details

Software Buyer - Leading UK Retailer - £35-45k + 20% Bonus + Package

One of the UK's largest household names, who have a multi-award winning, first-class procurement function, now have an exciting opportunity for a procurement professional with experience in procurement, sourcing or purchasing to join the team and engage in the £Multi-Million spend IT portfolio and lead purchasing across software projects. You will be driving integral saving initiatives and managing a huge range of suppliers including VMware, Cloud and Oracle. This client have been going through an exciting transformation, and it will be your job to address strategies in the evolving world of cloud, digital and platforms.

This permanent role can be based in one of the many UK offices, on a flexible working basis. You will be reporting to the Head of IT Procurement and face the opportunity to work with numerous senior stakeholders in the business. The salary on offer ranges between £35-45,000, alongside a fantastic package, including a bonus of up to 20%!

If you are a driven individual, passionate about the evolving world of technology and experienced in procurement, then I would love to hear from you!

The Software Buyer will be responsible for:

  • Managing the full portfolio sourcing process, supplier negotiations and paperwork, strategic account relationships, performance evaluations and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Drive large savings initiatives in close cooperation with stakeholders (internal use, managed services and resell)
  • Evaluate make-vs-buy decision, conduct RFP and negotiate renewals taking benefit from end of quarter or fiscal year
  • Liaising with external and internal stakeholders at all levels

Required Background for the Software Buyer:

  • A strong track record of procurement and contract management experience, with a competence and a proven ability to manage supplier relationships, influence stakeholders and manage commercial contracts
  • Product knowledge of software including licencing metrics, storage and maintenance is beneficial
  • Exposure to platforms such as Cloud, VMware, Microsoft, Oracle etc.
  • A strong education record, with CIPS being desirable but not essential

If you are interested in applying to this exciting position, please send your CV to Molly at jobsMN@bramwithconsulting.co.uk

Key skills: Procurement, Indirect, IT procurement, software, hardware, services, Strategic Sourcing, Stakeholder Management, Procurement strategies, buying, category buyer, buyer, procurement buyer, procurement team, indirects buyer, Information technology, IT contracts, procurement contracts, Manchester, Birmingham, Coventry, West Midlands, Hertfordshire, London

Company

Award-winning recruitment specialist with an exclusive global pool of procurement, operations and supply chain talent.

Working with a wide range of small start-ups through to large FTSE 100 businesses, Bramwith Consulting has established a reputation for excellence, delivery and market knowledge.

Our expert consultants, work on both contingency and retained search mandates with clients, advising and assisting them in hiring niche Procurement staff. Our experienced recruiters have proven track records establishing and developing relationships with clients and candidates alike, allowing us to provide the highest calibre of candidates and job opportunities.

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