IT Transformation Procurement Lead

Proven experience leading complex, strategic procurement projects or programmes.A leading defence organisation are currently recruiting for an IT Transformation Procurement Lead on a full-time, permanent basis in Stevenage.Role - IT Transformation Procurement Lead Type - Permanent Location - Stevenage, Hertfordshire - 2 days a week onsite Salary - 50,000 - 60,000 + benefitsKey responsibilities for the IT Transformation Procurement Lead will include and will not be limited to:Leading strategic RFI/RFP activity to identify market players and supply partners for a major transformation programmeActing 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 activityDeveloping and helping to implement the supplier relationship management (SRM) approach to ensure delivery on time and to qualityDriving supplier performance, value creation, and managing/escalating issues as requiredBuilding effective relationships with UK and international stakeholders, colleagues, and suppliers Key skills and experience required for IT Transformation Procurement Lead 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 environmentConfidence working in an international ..... full job details .....