Sourcing Manager - IT Sourcing Manager – IT

Leeds Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this role you will lead end-to-end IT/Indirect sourcing projects to deliver value and mitigate risk. You’ll work with stakeholders to align procurement activity with regulatory and governance standards, while strengthening supplier relationships. You will drive commercial outcomes through strategic sourcing, negotiations, and market benchmarking, and advise on TCO and supplier risk. This is a high-impact role within a collaborative procurement team that supports business-critical initiatives in a regulated financial services environment.

Pay / Benefits

hybrid working model
competitive salary + benefits
collaborative and supportive team environment

Responsibilities

Lead strategic sourcing and tender activities across IT and/or Indirect categories
Deliver commercial value through supplier negotiations and market benchmarking
Manage supplier onboarding, contract reviews, risk assessments, and performance issues
Support contract governance and ensure robust commercial controls
Advise stakeholders on total cost of ownership (TCO) and supplier risk considerations
Build strong relationships across the business to influence decision-making and drive best practice procurement

Key requirements

Experience as a Sourcing Manager, Procurement Manager, or Category Manager
Strong strategic sourcing and category management expertise
Experience across IT/Technology and/or Indirect spend categories
Excellent negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
Knowledge of supplier risk management and contract governance
Ability to work at pace, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results in a complex environment
A track record of delivering procurement savings and commercial benefits
Experience within a regulated industry or financial services environment would be advantageous but is not essential