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ICT Category Specialist (Procurement)

Job Posted: 7 days ago

Salary: £ 48,339 - 63,972 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bedfordshire

Expire in: 21 days

Job Description

We're partnering with a forward-thinking public sector organisation to recruit an experienced ICT Category Specialist. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of high-value, complex procurement projects while enjoying an exceptionally flexible working model.

You'll play a key role in shaping procurement strategy, driving innovation, and delivering best-in-class commercial outcomes across a diverse ICT portfolio.

Why Apply?

Work from home with minimal office attendance (on average once per month)
Lead strategic, high-impact ICT procurements
Influence senior stakeholders and shape long-term commercial strategy
Strong focus on professional development and career progression
Opportunity to embed innovation and sustainability into major projects

What You'll Be Doing

Lead end-to-end procurement activity across ICT and corporate categories
Develop and implement category strategies, sourcing plans, and market approaches
Deliver complex, high-value tenders from concept through to contract award and implementation
Identify new commercial opportunities and drive value for money outcomes
Manage and prioritise a pipeline of procurement projects based on risk and complexity
Provide expert commercial advice to internal stakeholders
Build strong relationships with suppliers and external partners
Ensure all procurement activity complies with relevant legislation and best practice

Leadership & Team Management

Manage and support a team of procurement professionals
Allocate workload, set priorities, and drive high performance
Lead on coaching, development, and performance management
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience

Proven background in procurement, category management, or commercial roles (5+ years)
Significant experience delivering complex ICT procurement projects end-to-end
Strong knowledge of public sector procurement regulations and contract law
Experience managing high-value contracts and supplier relationships
Demonstrable experience leading or mentoring teams

Skills & Attributes

Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking
Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
Confident communicator (written and verbal)
Analytical mindset with the ability to translate business needs into procurement strategies
Highly organised with strong project management capability

Your Impact

In this role, you'll help shape procurement strategy at a strategic level - delivering measurable value, driving innovation, and ensuring best practice across a broad ICT landscape

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