Procurement Professional - IT Software

Job description

Why this job matters The Procurement Professional is responsible for helping to drive and deliver the procurement plan and activities in the IT Software category including overall Category Management, Strategic Sourcing & Stakeholder Management. This role develops and implements Sourcing strategies, tender execution and contracting under Procurement framework, policies and procedures. This role holds strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure procurement competency and continuous value delivery. What you’ll be doing: Strategic: - Own and deliver category strategies and sourcing plans aligned with business objectives, supplier strategy, and risk management. - Build and maintain deep category expertise in IT Software, applying best practices in sourcing, supplier selection, negotiation tactics, and total cost of ownership. - Provide key inputs into long-term planning and strategic sourcing initiatives, ensuring alignment with BT’s commercial and operational goals. Operational: - Identify and deliver cost savings opportunities through commercial models, contractual terms, and operational efficiencies. - Lead risk assessments across the category and its...