IT Procurement Manager

Travis Perkins Plc

The Role

Overview

Strategic procurement of technology & data services, managing £23M spend.

Requirements

  • procurement
  • commercial management
  • negotiation
  • analytical
  • customer focus
  • teamwork

What You Bring

-Works well with others in an integrated team environment -Ability to adapt to a fast-moving landscape and keep pace with latest thinking -Demonstrable experience in Procurement roles with experience of Technology projects -Customer focus – able to meet the demands of internal and external customers -Multi-tasking – can manage several concurrent projects and prioritise demands -Excellent communication skills – providing verbal and written communication that is outstanding to both direct reports and senior management as well as other stakeholders -Considerable experience of successful commercial management -Can make decisions that are well informed and timely -Creative thinking – able to look at alternatives and consider new ways of thinking to problem solve -Well organised with an eye for detail. -Knowledge of market trends in contract and pricing models, service delivery and performance management. -Credible, strong, persuasive communicator. Strong negotiation, relationship and interpersonal skills. -Analytical mind capable of managing numerous information sources and providing data analysis reports to senior management -Flexible and adaptable – capable of changing direction where required and showing flexibility to meet new demands -Extensive knowledge of best practice

Benefits

-Buy-as-you-earn scheme -Colleague discount across a variety of Group businesses -Contributory pension scheme -Save-as-you-earn scheme -Competitive bonus -Life assurance

The Company

About Travis Perkins Plc

-Serves a wide range of industries, from construction to home improvement. -Supports both large-scale projects and individual DIY enthusiasts. -Offers products for building, plumbing, heating, and timber. -Operates through numerous well-known brands and a vast network of branches across the UK. -Consistently delivers top-tier products and services for major infrastructure and residential projects. -Known for innovative solutions to meet the evolving industry needs. -Recognized for strong supply chain capabilities and customer satisfaction.

Sector Specialisms

Building Materials

Interior Design Materials

Ceramic Tiles

Plumbing

Heating Equipment

Power Tools

Kitchen Products

Joinery Products

Ventilation and Air Conditioning

Renewable Energy Systems

Pipeline Services

Mechanical Services

Repair and Maintenance

Trade Hire Services

Construction

Home Improvement