NA591_1749551613
£36000 - £40000 per annum + hybrid working, flexible working hours
Maidenhead
Purchasing
Contract | Full Time
ASAP
10/06/2025
01/07/2025
IT Procurement Team Leader (12-Month Contract)
Location: Maidenhead (Hybrid Working Available)
Are you an experienced IT Procurement professional with a passion for leadership? We are seeking an IT Procurement Team Leader to join an award-winning FTSE 250 company based in Maidenhead on a 12-month contract. This market-leading company is renowned for being a great place to work, offering a supportive and dynamic environment. This role comes with excellent benefits, including hybrid working and flexible hours.
About the Role:
As an IT Procurement Team Leader, you will be instrumental in managing a high-performing team and contributing to the strategic objectives of the procurement function. You will be responsible for the daily management of the team, including regular one-to-one meetings and efficient resource allocation, while also handling escalations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide daily management and support to the procurement team, including conducting regular one-to-one meetings.
* Manage team resources effectively and address any escalations promptly.
* Provide regular updates and insights to the Category Team Manager.
* Act as a final point of support for the team, processing all order types as needed to meet customer demand.
* Maintain accountability for comprehensive vendor knowledge to support all procurement processes.
* Effectively manage individual responsibilities while leading and guiding the team.
* Collaborate with the Operations Management team to contribute to and execute the overall team strategy.
* Document and justify process changes within procurement, ensuring resilience and sustainability for future growth.
* Clearly articulate trends in vendor procurement and discuss market impacts with the wider Procurement function.
* Lead internal collaboration efforts with other business teams on projects that align with the broader operations strategy.
* Manage complex and exceptional deals, large customer requirements, and multinational procurement, considering global time zones.
Requirements:
* Proven experience in a similar IT or Software procurement role.
* Demonstrable experience in managing a team in a similar capacity.
* Ability to thrive and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
* A keen eye for identifying and highlighting process improvements to enhance efficiency.
* Exceptional attention to detail and a methodical approach to all tasks.
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