Proven experience leading complex, strategic procurement projects or programmes.

A leading defence organisation are currently recruiting for a Lead Buyer - IT Transformation on a full-time, permanent basis in Stevenage.

Role - Lead Buyer - IT Transformation
Type - Permanent
Location - Stevenage, Hertfordshire - 2 days a week onsite
Salary - £50,000 - £60,000 + benefits

Key responsibilities for the Lead Buyer - IT Transformation will include and will not be limited to:

• Leading strategic RFI/RFP activity to identify market players and supply partners for a major transformation programme
• Acting as the senior procurement lead, liaising with stakeholders to gather requirements and develop statements of work (SOWs)
• Managing and developing contracts across the programme and associated support activity
• Developing and helping to implement the supplier relationship management (SRM) approach to ensure delivery on time and to quality
• Driving supplier performance, value creation, and managing/escalating issues as required
• Building effective relationships with UK and international stakeholders, colleagues, and suppliers

Key skills and experience required for Lead Buyer - IT Transformation job applicant and will not be limited to:

• Strong end-to-end procurement experience, with evidence of delivering complex and strategic procurement activity.
• Experience running large procurement projects/programmes in a high-profile, stakeholder-heavy environment
• Confidence working in an international context and building internal/external relationships
• Proven contract management capability, including developing SOWs and managing supplier delivery
• Ability to drive supplier performance and deliver value through commercial and procurement levers
• Ability to meet relevant security and eligibility requirements (e.g., BPSS) where applicable

To apply for this IT Transformation Procurement Lead/IT Procurement Lead/Lead Buyer candidates must pass BPSS and SC clearance requirements.